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San Diego–Puerto Vallarta 2026 Race Called Off

San Diego Yacht Club has canceled the 38th running of the 1,000 nm San Diego to Puerto Vallarta International Yacht Race, which was due to start with staggered departures on February 26, 27, and 28, 2026, after the U.S.

4 min·12 Mar

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How ORR will rate Palm Beach XI’s C-foil conversion

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ORR measurers and race officials must now quantify dynamic lift, effective righting moment and the dramatic reduction in wetted surface after sea trials showed Palm Beach XI lifting cleanly with roughly two metres of bow rise — a change that directly affects time-on-distance allowances for the 636 nm Newport Bermuda Race.

4 min·12 Mar

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Ensenada Race Still Scheduled for April 24

Coast Guard coordination and port control reports indicate that the official maritime corridors, customs processing at the Mexican side, and vessel traffic services between Newport Beach and Ensenada remain open and cleared for the planned April 24 start of the Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race.

4 min·12 Mar

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New Zealand F50 collision: cause, logistics and consequences

The New Zealand F50 was ruled unrepairable on-site after the collision with France, forcing SailGP to rework spare-boat allocations, crane and shipping slots, and crew transport logistics ahead of the Sydney event.

4 min·12 Mar

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Curmudgeon’s Observations: A Salty One-Liner

Delivering a weekly maritime digest to more than 200 marinas and clubhouses across North America hinges on a predictable mix of digital feeds, harbor office drop-offs, and marina noticeboard placement; the editorial pipeline often moves from contributor to editor to RSS distribution in under 48 hours, with dockside print copies coordinated through local harbormasters and slip agents.

4 min·12 Mar

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Growing Sailing Participation in Australia

Australia, with a population of about 28 million, has aligned its national strategy to increase on-water engagement through SAILING 2032 and the new Participation Plan for Sailing in Australia, targeting clearer entry pathways via Clubs, Class Associations and Discover Sailing Centers to expand fleet access and regular sessions across harbors and inland waterways.

4 min·12 Mar

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HOSS Racing and Austin Sperry: Ready for Etchells Worlds

HOSS Racing delivered a new Etchells hull to San Diego after the Pacific Coast Championship and allocated a multi-month prep window with a dedicated support RIB, rotating pro crew, team physio and on-board chef to optimize shore-to-boat logistics ahead of the Etchells World Championship (May 11–15, 2026).

4 min·12 Mar

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SeaStar & Dometic Tips for Hydraulic Steering Care

Charter fleets, marina operators and rental marinas typically schedule hydraulic-steering inspections every 90 days to avoid downtime and safety incidents during peak charter season.

4 min·12 Mar

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Essential Premium Gear for Your Next Fishing Trip

Last-mile delivery to marinas and berth-side pickup windows often adds 48–72 hours to shipments of heavy reels and tackle, so operators and renters should schedule orders with the marina supply chain in mind to avoid missing charter departures.

5 min·12 Mar

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SeaStrong Silver Bullet RDP: Reducing Pump Failures at Sea

ElectroSea’s analysis of millions of actual run hours led to a redesign of the centrifugal seawater pump: the SeaStrong Silver Bullet RDP can reportedly tolerate up to 60 minutes of run-dry operation, removes the traditional shaft seal to eliminate common leaks, and uses corrosion-resistant composites and 316L stainless fasteners to streamline maintenance and parts logistics for cruisers and charter fleets.

4 min·12 Mar

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Finsulate: Velvet-Like Antifouling for Boats

About 900 vessels worldwide have been fitted with Finsulate, many exceeding a decade in service without replacement, and yards report significant reductions in haul-out frequency and hazardous waste handling when the membrane is applied over a standard 2-part epoxy primer.

4 min·12 Mar

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How New Boaters Are Rewiring the Boating Scene

Nearly 420,000 individuals purchased their first boat in the United States in 2021, accounting for roughly 34% of all boat sales that year and forcing changes across marina logistics, charter fleet planning, and maintenance supply chains.

4 min·12 Mar