Coastal-Sailing Articles
A fleet of the world’s most promising young sailors — representing over 35 nations — delivered a masterclass in determination, boat-handling, and strategy across the ILCA 6 (Women’s) and ILCA 7 (Men’s) fleets. Twelve scheduled races for the gold groups, 11 for the ILCA 7 Silver fleet, and a final day that could not have been scripted better — this was youth sailing at its finest.
Under golden Adriatic skies, with a breeze of 10 to 14 knots filling across the bay, the final two races brought the week to a spectacular close.
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Winds, Waves & Future Olympians — Split Crowns Europe’s Next Sailing Superstars at the 2025 ILCA Under-21 Championships!
05-11-2025
The start guns finally cracked shortly after one o’clock. By then, the swell was settling into a lively half-metre chop, with a steady 10–12 knots of breeze pushing the fleets through two solid opening races.
In the ILCA 7 European Championship, Dutch sailor Duko Bos set the early pace with a 1–3 scoreline, but compatriot Willem Wiersema stole the second race win to sit just behind. Ireland’s Ewan McMahon kept himself in the mix with a 2–6.
14-08-2025
Dani Anglada Pich Makes History: First Blind Sailor to Solo Round the Isle of Wight — In a Rudderless Catamaran
Thursday 24 July 2025 will go down as a day of seamanship, stubborn grit, and something close to magic.
29-07-2025
Embracing the whisper of fair winds, the P&B team prepares for a weekend escapade, surrendering to the allure of the coast.
03-05-2025