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.
Lucky leads 100-plus yachts into the PIC Coastal Classic this Labour Weekend, with a race record in sight over 119 nautical miles from Auckland to Russell.
Four-time America's Cup winner Brad Butterworth returns to New Zealand waters as tactician on Lucky for the PIC Coastal Classic 2025. Read his story here.
Owner Bryon Ehrhart shares how his 27m maxi Lucky claimed line honours in the Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025, crossing the Tasman in under three days.
The Sydney to Auckland fleet sets sail Saturday 11 October 2025, with Lucky, Antipodes, and Frantic leading 1,250 nautical miles across the Tasman. Full race preview.
Key safety habits from the PIC Coastal Classic Boat Prep Clinic. Learn what skippers should do before leaving the dock to keep crew safe on every voyage.
66 boats are set for the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic on 24 October, racing 119 nautical miles from Auckland to Russell. Find out who to watch this Labour Weekend.
49 boats are entered for the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic with new EPIRB safety rules, a growing Rally fleet, and prep clinics ahead of the Auckland to Bay of Islands race.
The PIC Coastal Classic 2025 starts October 24, covering 119 nautical miles from Devonport to Russell. Find out race details, divisions, and what to expect.
The PIC Coastal Classic has earned a reputation as one of New Zealand’s most exciting and competitive yachting events.