Chris Woodhams's Articles
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Amokura relaunched in Auckland after biggest repair effort in SailGP history
New Zealand's SailGP F50 Amokura is back on the water in Auckland after the biggest mid-season repair effort in SailGP history, spanning three countries.
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All 13 F50s set for Auckland as American Magic backs ROCKWOOL Racing
American Magic backs ROCKWOOL Racing as all 13 F50s line up for SailGP Auckland. Full fleet confirmed after Perth repairs with strong conditions forecast for the Waitemata.
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Black Foils clear to race in Auckland after round-the-world rebuild of Amokura
New Zealand's Black Foils are cleared to race at the ITM NZ Sail Grand Prix after a dramatic round-the-world rebuild of Amokura following the Perth incident.
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B&G Zeus SRX chartplotter lands at Auckland Boat Show from 5 March
The B&G Zeus SRX chartplotter arrives in NZ at the Auckland Boat Show from 5 to 8 March. See the NEON platform and SolarMAX screen in person at Advance Trident.
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Why Leopard Catamarans keeps topping the list for first-time yacht buyers in 2026
Discover why Leopard Catamarans tops the list for first-time yacht buyers in 2026, offering confidence, comfort, and award-winning design on the water.
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Simrad NSO 4 flagship chartplotter arrives ahead of Auckland Boat Show
The Simrad NSO 4 flagship chartplotter debuts at the Auckland Boat Show. Discover the new NEON OS, 8-core processor, and advanced fishing and cruising features.
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Oceanflo watermakers bring solar-powered fresh water production to Kiwi cruisers
Oceanflo watermakers let Kiwi cruisers produce fresh water on solar power alone. Explore the OF70M, OF70A, and OF150A range, built in New Zealand.
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Yamaha Marine NZ launches wireless fob control for Helm Master EX outboard system
Yamaha Marine NZ launches wireless fob control for Helm Master EX, giving skippers full joystick handling, live data, and MOB safety from anywhere onboard.
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Amokura arrives at SailGP tech base with systems work now the critical hurdle
Amokura has reached SailGP's Auckland tech base for critical systems work. The Black Foils are racing against the clock to sail at the NZ Sail Grand Prix.
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AC40 fleet racing to headline first America's Cup preliminary regatta in Cagliari
The first America's Cup Preliminary Regatta heads to Cagliari in May 2026, with AC40 fleet racing centre stage. Here is what to expect from the event.
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LEISURE and Chris Keene to perform at SailGP Auckland Heineken House after racing
LEISURE and Chris Keene perform at Heineken House after racing at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland. See what's on for ticket holders this weekend.
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Smuggler Marine to show five RIBs at Auckland Boat Show including three amphibious models
Smuggler Marine brings five RIBs to the 2026 Auckland Boat Show, including three amphibious models. Compare platforms side by side from 5-8 March in Auckland.
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