Sailing
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Vendée Globe's and Kiwi Conrad Colman’s Race Update: Tackling Daily Challenges at Sea
In a recent audio message, sent at 10 am NZT, New Zealand-born solo ocean racer Conrad Colman shared an update on his current race with Boating New Zealand. Despite facing ongoing challenges, Colman expressed his resolve and the mindset required to compete in such a grueling event.
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World Sailing Welcomes Historic Governance Reforms + A Shout Out to Australian, Daniel Belcher
The World Sailing Organisation has announced the results of its 2024 Board elections at the General Assembly, concluding the Annual Conference held in Singapore.
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Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2025: New Zealand’s Premier Big-Boat Regatta
Renowned as "the best big-boat regatta in NZ," the Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns from January 21 to 24, 2025. First held in 2003 with 39 boats across four divisions, the event has since grown into a highlight of the New Zealand sailing calendar, attracting sailors from across the nation and abroad.
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World Sailing Approves Urgent Changes to Storm Sail Design Requirements
In a move to reinforce safety standards for offshore sailing, World Sailing has approved changes to the design requirements of storm sails. Following a recommendation from the Special Regulations Sub-Committee, the Oceanic and Offshore Committee unanimously endorsed these changes, clarifying the primary role of storm sails as essential safety equipment for sailors.
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