The 104-foot (32 meter) Gitana 18 Maxi Edmond de Rothschild was officially unveiled to the public. Innovation abounds in this next generation maxi trimaran pushing boundaries to the next level.
OLYMPIAN AND WORLD CHAMPION RETURNS TO NORTH SAILS TO SPEARHEAD ONE DESIGN GROWTH ACROSS NORTH AMERICA
North Sails brings Dave Hughes onboard as the new North American One Design Manager. A multi-time Olympian, World Champion, and longtime North Sails collaborator, Hughes brings unmatched experience and passion to the role. His journey with North began at the San Diego loft over 20 years ago, and now, after decades of racing and coaching at the highest levels, he’s back to help shape the future of One Design sailing.
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FREE-FLYING FURLING SAILS FOR CRUISERS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A free-flying furling sail, like a cruising code zero or furling gennaker, adds convenient light-wind power to a cruising inventory, but should be handled within certain parameters to enjoy stress-free sailing.
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