Chris Woodhams's Articles
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Peter Burling and Black Foils chase SailGP title at Abu Dhabi Grand Final
Peter Burling's Black Foils chase SailGP glory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Final on 29-30 November. Four teams battle for the title and US $2 million prize.
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Vixen Racing puts women in command for Coastal Classic and Trans-Tasman push
Vixen Racing sets sail for the PIC Coastal Classic with women at the helm and in ownership roles, before a Trans-Tasman passage to the Sydney Hobart.
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Metan Marine grows from backyard shed to US marine restoration leader with Awlgrip
From a backyard shed to a 2,300sqm facility, Metan Marine's rise to marine restoration fame is built on skill, ambition, and Awlgrip premium coatings.
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Ninety boats head north as 2025 PIC Coastal Classic gets underway in light winds
Over 90 boats set sail from Devonport in light winds for the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, heading north to Russell in one of NZ's most beloved ocean races.
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Meet Thistle's crew: social media stars filing live updates for their second Coastal Classic
Meet the crew of Thistle, social media stars filing live race updates for their second PIC Coastal Classic as part of the Go Boating NZ reporting team.
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Lucky takes line honours in 2025 PIC Coastal Classic after 17-hour race to Russell
Lucky wins the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, crossing in Russell after 17 hours, 22 minutes. Get the full race recap, results, and standout crew stories.
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PIC Coastal Classic 2025 fleet departs Westhaven into light and uncertain conditions
The PIC Coastal Classic 2025 is underway from Westhaven. Light winds of 6 to 8 knots greet the fleet as they head north to Russell in tricky conditions.
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PIC Coastal Classic fleet briefed ahead of 43rd race north to Russell
Over 100 boats prepare for the 43rd PIC Coastal Classic race north to Russell, with safety briefings, weather forecasts, and a new Coastal Passage Record announced.
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Defending Coastal Classic champions Fez step up to Division 1b for 2025
Defending Coastal Classic handicap winners Fez move up to Division 1b for 2025. Meet the Bellinghams and their crew as they prepare for another shot at glory.
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Callisto crew relives Admiral's Cup triumph at packed RNZYS evening
Skipper Jim Murray, Dean Barker, and Mike Sanderson share the story of Callisto's Admiral's Cup campaign at a packed RNZYS evening in Auckland.
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Nicholson and McGrath sweep Lake Macquarie to lead Australian Superboat Championship
Nicholson and McGrath dominated Lake Macquarie's opening round of the 2025/26 Australian Offshore Superboat Championships. Full results and highlights inside.
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PredictWind routing and ladder run tactics set course for Coastal Classic crews
PredictWind's Nick Olson and Mike Sanderson share expert routing and ladder run tactics to help Coastal Classic crews race smarter from the Waitemata to Russell.
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