Coastal Classic

2026 PIC Coastal Classic: Entries open for classic run from Auckland to Russell

PIC Coastal Classic concierge service opens door for first-time offshore racers

The Coastal Classic Concierge Service helps first-time and returning offshore racers enter the PIC Coastal Classic with expert guidance from start to finish.

Entries open for 2026 PIC Coastal Classic, 23 October Devonport to Russell

Entries are open for the 2026 PIC Coastal Classic on 23 October, Devonport to Russell. New Zealand's largest coastal race welcomes all sailors, from cruisers to grand prix fleets.

Division 5 and 4 lead corrected-time standings at 2025 PIC Coastal Classic

Full corrected-time standings from the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic. Division 5 and 4 led all classes, with Division 5 averaging a fleet-best 19:58:15 over 119 nautical miles.

Hundreds of sails fill Waitemata as 2025 PIC Coastal Classic gets underway

Hundreds of sails filled the Waitemata under brilliant spring skies as the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic gets underway. See the highlights from the start.

Lucky takes line honours as 2025 PIC Coastal Classic delivers light-air test

Lucky claimed line honours at the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic in 17 hours 22 minutes. See full results, division winners, and trophy recipients from the race to Russell.

Lucky claims line honours at 2025 PIC Coastal Classic in 17 hours 22 minutes

Lucky takes line honours at the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, finishing the 119nm Auckland to Russell race in 17 hours, 22 minutes. Full results and race report.

Mayhem takes third place in 2025 PIC Coastal Classic after tactical night battle

Mayhem claimed third place in the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, battling rival Wired through the night before rounding Cape Brett and sailing into Russell.

Callisto finishes second on the water behind Lucky in 2025 PIC Coastal Classic

Jim Murray's Pac52 Callisto sailed a strong race at the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, finishing second on the water behind Lucky and ahead of the chasing fleet.

Inside the quiet finish: Lucky's crew after winning the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic

What does it really look like to win the PIC Coastal Classic? Lucky's crew share the quiet, honest finish behind their 2025 victory.

Wired nails start as fleet charges north in 2025 PIC Coastal Classic

Wired nailed the start as the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic fleet charged north in stunning conditions, with colourful spinnakers lighting up the water.