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Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup race day 1 delivers drama
Strong breeze, early retirements, and close competition mark the start of racing in Newport.
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Paprec Arkéa edges Allagrande Mapei at Santo Stefano gate
Paprec Arkéa claimed two points at the Santo Stefano gate, narrowly beating Allagrande Mapei Racing as The Ocean Race Europe fleet powered south.
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Paprec Arkéa leads through Santo Stefano gate in Ocean Race Europe
Paprec Arkéa snatched first at the Santo Stefano gate in The Ocean Race Europe, beating Allagrande Mapei Racing by under one minute.
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Rolex Big Boat Series 2025 ready to set sail
A regatta with history
The Rolex Big Boat Series began in 1964 when eight yachts lined up for the inaugural St. Francis Perpetual Trophy Regatta. Wit...
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New Zealand Jetsprint Championship 2025/2026: six rounds of thrills, spills, and high-octane action
Six thrilling rounds across NZ define the 2025/2026 Jetsprint Championship, from Featherston’s amphitheatre to Wānaka’s alpine track.
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2025 Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup set to begin
Twenty clubs from 12 nations meet in Newport for the 2025 Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup, racing one-design IC37s.
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OnboardLive© brings offshore sailing to fans in real time
OnboardLive© opens up new storytelling avenues for The Ocean Race and other adventure sports.
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The Ocean Race Europe 2025 fleet battles ultra-light winds on final leg
Painfully light winds along the Italian and French coasts overnight have meant slow sailing for the crews on the way from Genova to Boka Bay.
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Offshore powerboat racing roars back to Auckland
Offshore powerboat racing roars back to Auckland with new boats, family racing, and the return of the Archer Trophy.
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Paprec Arkéa edges ahead as Ocean Race Europe fleet drifts from Genova
Light airs marked the Ocean Race Europe start in Genova, with Paprec Arkéa leading a fleet separated by less than 10 miles.
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Close action in a slow start as Ocean Race Europe 2025 fleet departs Genova
The Ocean Race Europe 2025 fleet left Genova in light winds for the final leg to Boka Bay, Montenegro, with tactics already critical.
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SailGP Saint-Tropez 2025 preview: speed, redemption, and new rivalries
Saint-Tropez hosts SailGP again, with Brazil’s debut, Black Foils chasing redemption, and rivalries heating on the world’s fastest course.
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Why the Ocean Race Europe finale to Montenegro will be spectacular
Seven teams set off on the Ocean Race Europe 2025 finale this Sunday, racing 2,000 miles from Genoa to Boka Bay, Montenegro, with Biotherm leading and...
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2025 Clipper Round the World Race, the race of your life
The 2025 Clipper Round the World Race blends human endurance, raw sailing adventure, and ocean science across 40,000 nautical miles.
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2025 PIC Coastal Classic: Auckland to Russell, where speed meets seamanship
The 2025 PIC Coastal Classic brings sailors together for speed, strategy, and camaraderie on the iconic Auckland to Russell course.
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Youth sailors set for 2025 PredictWind New Zealand Youth Championships
The 2025 PredictWind New Zealand Youth Championships bring Kiwi youth sailors together across Olympic dinghies and foiling boards in pursuit of future...
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International Jury rules on protests in Ocean Race Europe Genova stopover
The Ocean Race Europe 2025 jury in Genova ruled on three cases, including a technical penalty for Allagrande Mapei, a dismissed protest by Team Malizi...
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Powerboat racing season launches: NZPBA 2025/26 race calendar revealed
The NZPBA 2025/26 season spans Hydro Thunder, nationals, and classic regattas, promising high-speed thrills at iconic New Zealand venues.
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Wanganui Motor Boat Club announces 2026 King of the River Regatta
The iconic King of the River Regatta will return to the Whanganui River on 10–11 January 2026, featuring thrilling powerboat racing and historic title...
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The Ocean Race Europe 2025: Leg 4 — Nice to Genova
Allagrande Mapei claim a dream home victory in Genova as Leg 4 delivers suspense, tactics, and a thrilling finish.
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World Ocean Race Europe 2025: Nice to Genova leg underway
Leg 4 of the World Ocean Race Europe 2025 sees Biotherm, Holcim-PRB, and Paprec Arkéa locked in a tight fight to Genova.
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Kiwi success at 2025 IWWF World Waterski Racing Championships
Ellie Hollands crowned Junior Girls World Champion as New Zealand delivers its most successful world campaign with multiple podiums in Belgium.
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New Zealand skiers stay strong at World Waterski Championships
Kiwi juniors keep the pressure on with more podiums as final standings are decided in Belgium.
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Biotherm claim Leg 3 victory as Ocean Race Europe fleet arrives in Nice
Paul Meilhat’s crew extend their perfect record with another leg win, while Holcim-PRB and Allagrande Mapei complete the podium after a bruising Medit...
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Biotherm break free as fleet accelerates toward France in The Ocean Race
After a sleepless night of light winds along Mallorca, Biotherm stretch an 11-mile lead over Holcim-PRB as fresher conditions carry the fleet north — ...
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Offshore powerboat racing celebrates 2025 season in style
The New Zealand Offshore Powerboat Racing community came together last weekend for its annual prizegiving, capping off a fast and furious 2025 season ...
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Magic end to the 40th anniversary Hamilton Island Race Week
Hamilton Island Race Week 2025 marked its 40th anniversary with over 160 yachts, new Olympic skiff racing, and winners crowned across every division.
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Biotherm and Holcim-PRB break away north of the Balearic Islands
The Ocean Race Europe fleet battles shifting breezes and relentless tacking as Biotherm and Holcim-PRB lock horns at the head of Leg 3.
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Fleet powers out of Cartagena with uncertain forecast ahead
Leg 3 of The Ocean Race Europe 2025 began in lively upwind conditions, but with a volatile forecast the fleet faces a tactical battle en route to Nice...
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Southland Twin Rivers 2025 – Prestons sweep silverware as Wilton and Flett shine
Southland Twin Rivers 2025 showcased fierce jet boat racing, with Preston, Wilton, and Flett taking class wins on Mataura and Oreti.
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New Zealand makes its mark at the 2025 IWWF World Waterski Racing Championships
The 2025 IWWF World Waterski Racing Championships have kicked off in Hasselt, Belgium, and New Zealand’s three-skier team has wasted no time making an...
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52 Super Series Puerto Portals 2025: American Magic take third straight win as Kiwis shine in Mallor...
American Magic win Puerto Portals 52 Super Series 2025, with Kiwis Nick Egnot-Johnston and Don Cowie starring in a dramatic finale.
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Cowes Torquay Cowes Offshore Powerboat Race 2025: Good Boy Vodka claims breakthrough victory
Good Boy Vodka triumphed in the Cowes Torquay Cowes Offshore Powerboat Race 2025, ending Silverline’s streak. 66 Racing won the Cowes Poole Cowes.
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Holcim-PRB awarded redress after Kiel collision in The Ocean Race Europe
A jury ruling gives Team Holcim-PRB redress for Leg 1 after a collision forced retirement at the Kiel start, keeping them in the hunt as The Ocean Rac...
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HRL GP 2025 Final: Warwick Lupton seals title for Lucas Oil
The HRL GP 2025 Final at Beauharnois saw Warwick Lupton step in for son Ken and deliver Lucas Oil back-to-back championships, in a race where reliabil...
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Cowes Torquay Cowes offshore powerboat race: timeless endurance
The Cowes Torquay Cowes Offshore Powerboat Race 2025 returns, testing crews with endurance, speed, and prestige across England’s south coast.
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52 Super Series Puerto Portals 2025: Kiwi Nick Egnot-Johnston shows good form at the helm of Alpha+ ...
American Magic dominate Day 4 and Day 5 of the 52 Super Series Puerto Portals 2025, rivals battle fiercely for podium.
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Biotherm stay perfect in Cartagena as Leg 2 delivers another twist
The Ocean Race 2025 saw Biotherm claim victory in Leg 2 The Ocean Race 2025, sweeping every stage so far as Holcim-PRB and Paprec Arkéa completed the ...
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Leaders stall as chasers surge: Mediterranean throws 2025 Ocean Race wide open
The Mediterranean has undone favourites before, and Leg 2 to Cartagena is proving no exception — a tactical battle where every puff counts.
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52 Super Series Puerto Portals 2025: Alegre lead, Sled fight back, American Magic in chase
Alegre and Sled upset the order at Puerto Portals, while American Magic chase consistency in the tight 52 Super Series fleet.
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2005 Haines Signature 600RF
Well-kept, garage-stored family boat with low hours, new carpets, and full gear. Soft-riding foam-filled hull, ideal for fishing or cruising. Regretful sale—owner upgrading. Located in Pauanui with minimal trailer use. Ready for its next adventure—don’t miss out!
2005 Haines Signature 600RF
Well-kept, garage-stored family boat with low hours, new carpets, and full gear. Soft-riding foam-filled hull, ideal for fishing or cruising. Regretful sale—owner upgrading. Located in Pauanui with minimal trailer use. Ready for its next adventure—don’t miss out!