If you saw the results of the William and Mary Spring Open, which took place over March 28-29th, you would have seen the Christopher Newport University Captains at the top of the leaderboard. The team posted 65 points across A and B divisions to beat 2nd place University of Virginia with a 10 point lead … Read More
Selden US News: The i420 Mast
The International 420 Class is heating up in the United States as sailors pursue the higher performing version of the classic Club 420. Features of the International class include a tapered mast and mainsheet traveler in addition to the lighter faster hull design. The US Youth Championship hosted by Roger Williams University July 6-10, 2015 … Read More
One Design Class Profile: Sunfish
There may not be a more iconic or well-known sailboat than the Sunfish. Since 1952, hundreds of thousands of hulls have hit the water in bays, lakes, ponds and rivers around the world. One of, if not the, most popular boat ever built, the Sunfish has provided countless families with hours of summer fun on … Read More
Laurie Jury on Command Coaching & Giving Feedback
By Laurie Jury Editor’s Note- Sail1Design is pleased to present coaching technique and style from Laurie Jury. Laurie is a product of the esteemed Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron’s Youth Training Programme, which he commenced at the age of 15. Match racing became his chosen discipline, pushing through the ranks to become Telecom New Zealand National … Read More
World’s fastest Optimist Sailboat to be Given Away for Free!
For Immediate Release- Brian Holloway – www.optistuff.com – [email protected] Chattanooga, Tennessee-March 19th, 2015- Chattanooga, Tennessee-March 19th, 2015- McLaughlin Boat Works announced its 25th Anniversary PRO Racer Giveaway today. Widely considered the fastest and most durable Optimist in the world, the chance to win one of the prized PRO Racers is surely an opportunity not to be … Read More
Club Profile: GoodWinds Dorado, Puerto Rico
Kitesurf, Windsurf and Sail with us! -Imagine yourself in a water sports center with world class wind and water conditions, nestled in a 5 star resort, surrounded by four award winning Golf courses… look no further, have it all with GoodWinds. Goodwinds, is a family owned watersports management company operating since 2001 which started as … Read More
Laurie Jury on Coaching: Monsoon Cup Match Race Coaching Notes
Editor’s Note- Sail1Design is pleased to present coaching technique and style from Laurie Jury. Laurie is a product of the esteemed Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron’s Youth Training Programme, which he commenced at the age of 15. Match racing became his chosen discipline, pushing through the ranks to become Telecom New Zealand National Match Racing Champion … Read More
Club Profile: Devon Yacht Club
The Devon Yacht Club is a 99 year old private club in Amagansett, NY. It has a range of member boats- from lasers, sunfish, 420’s, optimist, Alerions and cruisers. In the season the club runs races most weekends weather permitting! The club hosts regattas and outside sailing events. Enjoy crewing on big boats for extra … Read More
Club Profile: Eau Gallie Yacht Club
News Flash: Eau Gallie Yacht Club has an opening for a Waterfront Director/Harbormaster Centered around a deep water marina that accommodate yachts up to 55 ft., the Eau Gallie Yacht Club is situated at the mouth of the Banana River in a safe harbor adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway. Eau Gallie Yacht Club is located … Read More
Profiles in Pro Sailing: Peter Johnstone, Boatbuilder
By Airwaves Writer Tyler Colvin In the boat building industry, the name Johnstone is about as close to a royal family as you can get. Ever since the first J/24 Ragtime was cast in the garage of 1975 by Rod, the family has dominated the boat building scene. Boat building has continued to stay in … Read More
Sailing Pinnies from World Cup Supply
World Cup Supply, a US Sailing MVP Member Benefit Partner, is proud to showcase its popular sublimated sailing pinnies. Worn by elite high school, collegiate and yacht club race and team programs and improved for 2014, World Cup Supply pinnies are an excellent way to increase visibility, show coordination while being safe and comfortable. You … Read More
Selden US Reports from the RYA Dinghy Show!
Selden Mast US is a Sail1Design team member and sponsor. Please check out these videos, and learn about exciting developments in UK youth and dinghy sailing, including new boats, classes, and sailing gear! “Earlier this month we went over to the UK to check out the Suzuki RYA London Dinghy Show and made a few … Read More
Sailing Conditioning 101
By Airwaves Writer Tyler Colvin Often times in sailing, races are won and lost in the weight room. Physical conditioning has come to the forefront in recent years as being just as important as developing boat handling skills. In fact, much boat handling can’t be properly practiced or executed without the proper conditioning base. This … Read More











