This webinar covers the wind and current conditions teams can expect at the Rolex Big Boat Series. North Sails experts John Horsch, Seadon Wijsen, Bill Colombo, and Rodney Daniel, will explain typical patterns and how they affect racing. Useful for both local teams and those traveling in for the event. --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

What does it feel like to fly on water at 20+ knots? Dive into the ultimate adrenaline rush at Lake Garda’s Foiling Week, where cutting-edge tech meets extreme speed. From tuning delicate T-foils on an Exocet Moth to wrestling the massive ETF26 catamarans, see why Olympic champions and weekend wing-foilers alike are addicted. We explore the latest North Sails setups, e-foil innovations, and the smart glasses changing race data forever. #Foiling #Sailing #FoilingWeek #MothClass #ETF26 #WingFoil #Hydrofoil #BoatSpeed #NorthSails #ExtremeSports #WaterSports #eFoil #SailingLife #LakeGarda --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

Experience offshore racing at its most extreme. With 30-knot winds hammering the fleet, the Sardinia Cup pushes elite sailors to the absolute limit. Dive into the technical mastery of the TP52 class, featuring North Sails optimization, water ballast tweaks, and intense tactical battles. --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

--- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

Long days. Late nights. 130+ hours in the loft. And plenty of laughs along the way. 🛠️⛵️ Based in the heart of Cowes Yacht Haven, our UK service team has been working around the clock throughout Cowes Week, fixing sails overnight and doing whatever it takes to get sailors back on the water the next day. From the loft to the race course, it’s all about the team effort — and keeping everyone racing. This is North Sails service at Cowes Week. #NorthSails #CowesWeek #CowesYachtHaven #RegattaRepair #SailCare

Can you handle 30+ knots offshore? Jump on board the TP52 and Wallyrocket51 as elite crews battle punishing waves and broken gear at the Sardinia Cup. --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

A love of sailing that started with her dad, a classic yacht and the gang back together for North Sails Cowes Week. For Rebecca, it’s all about good vibes, good fun and, of course, good sandwiches. ⛵🥪 This year, she’s racing on board Cetewayo, David Murrin’s Laurent Giles-designed classic yacht, and seeing her work in the sail loft put into action on the water. “I did a lot of the sail changes, repairs and little tweaks to the sails, so being able to then use them on the water and see if it makes an improvement was really nice.” 🙌 #NorthSails #Sailing #NorthSailsCowesWeek 🎥 Atila Studio

Nigel Musto breaks down how North Sails solved the infamous "wet bum" problem on foul weather gear using 4DL (Four Layer Durable Laminate) technology. Tested over 40,000 offshore miles, this innovation eliminates trapped water for ultimate ocean survival and deck comfort. #Sailing #OceanRacing #SailingGear #SailingLife #GoreTex #ExtremeWeather #NorthSails --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 --- "North Sails Performance Collection | Introducing 4DL" - https://youtu.be/om-5zUyGDjk

30+ knot winds, punishing waves, and high-stakes offshore racing. Step aboard the TP52 and Wallyrocket51 for the brutal return of the Sardinia Cup. Watch INO Veritas and Jolt battle it out, dialing in their North Sails inventories and pushing the limits of the IRC rating rule in Porto Cervo. --- 00:00 TP52 & Regatta Overview Get an overview of the returning Sardinia Cup and the high-performance yachts involved. We discuss why the TP52 sits at the top of the band for the Admiral's Cup. 01:47 Offshore Boat Preservation Tactics Heavy weather sailing at 30-plus knots requires a massive shift in strategy. Learn the critical boat preservation techniques crews use to avoid catastrophic equipment failure in punishing sea states. 03:42 Reefing & Southern Spars Boom Specs Discover how teams depower in extreme offshore conditions using a two-reef main setup. This section covers the custom Southern Spars boom required to handle this specific high-wind configuration. 04:01 Sail Inventory: 3Di RAW & Upwind Balance Dive into the specific sail selections, including the new 3Di RAW 900 light jib and 880 mainsail. See how adding mainsail area dramatically improves the yacht's overall balance and upwind pointing performance. 04:56 True Wind Angle & Sail Selection Maximizing hull speed means matching sails to exact 10-degree true wind angles. Learn why selecting the wrong inventory based on shifting weather forecasts can severely underpower a highly technical boat. 08:18 IRC Rating & Rigging Optimization We break down the evolution of the Wallyrocket51, including water ballast modifications. Understand why teams swap aerofoil lenticular rigging for round rigging to avoid heavy ORC and IRC rating penalties. --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

Jean-Luc Petithuguenin and the North-powered Paprec team have won Marina Rubicón Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week, securing their first-ever regatta victory on the circuit. “Congratulations to Jean-Luc and the Paprec team on a fantastic win in top-end conditions across the seven-race series. They set a new standard in boat speed and boat handling throughout the week, finishing with two wins and two second places.” - Paul Westlake, North Sails Grand Prix Sales Leader Alkedo Vitamina, racing with North downwind sails, took second two points back. North-powered Sled completed the podium and now lead the season standings by 17 points heading to Marina Puerto Calero in August. #NSVictoryList #NorthSails #52SuperSeries #TP52 🎥 52SS

Get ready for the HOOK Race with this weather briefing from North Sails, featuring Chris Bedford of Sailing Weather Services. Chris breaks down the forecast, expected wind conditions, and key weather factors sailors should consider before heading out on the racecourse. #NorthSails #HOOKRace #WeatherBriefing #SailingWeather #OffshoreSailing --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. https://www.northsails.com/pages/sails?utm_campaign=general_sailing_page_youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

The legendary Sardinia Cup is back, and it’s as brutal as ever. Join the crew of Ino Veritas as we take a brand new TP52 straight out of the box to compete in Porto Cervo. From punishing offshore winds to intense grand prix racing, tactician Dean Barker and owner James Neville break down what it takes to push a new boat to its absolute limits. --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

Putting on a regatta for 100ft Maxi yachts is a logistical mountain. Go behind the scenes of the 2026 North Sound Maxi Regatta to see how the team builds remote sail lofts and manages the BVI's most exclusive sailing event. --- Chapter: 00:00 Welcome to the North Sound Maxi Regatta 00:55 The Logistical Challenge of BVI Event Production 01:41 Daily Skipper's Briefing & Race Safety 02:22 Optimizing 100ft Maxi Yachts for Racing 03:00 On-Site Regatta Management & Problem Solving 03:47 Building the North Sails Loft at Bitter End 04:20 Running Pneumatic Compressors for Sail Repair 05:00 Managing Spinnakers for Huge Wind Ranges 05:28 Social Logistics: Necker Island Beach Party 06:27 North Kiteboarding: Foiling on the Water 07:42 The North Sails Legacy & Material Technology 08:37 Performance Class Winner: Freya 09:03 Maxi 100 Class Winner: V 09:37 Maxi Overall Winner: Bella Mente 10:20 Conclusion and Planning for 2027 --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

At Foiling Week in Malcesine, Moth World Champions John Harris and Victoria Schultheis — both sailing with North Sails — broke down what it actually takes to compete at the top of the class. For John, it's the physical side that never stops asking questions. Staying competitive with sailors half his age means the work doesn't end when the racing does. For Victoria, the challenge lives somewhere else. She holds the Women's title, but she lines up against the same men's fleet every time she races, and she's not at the top of it yet. That gap is exactly what keeps her training harder. Two champions, two different fights, one shared obsession with getting better.

Step aboard 100ft superyachts for 5 days of high-stakes tactical warfare at the North Sound Maxi Regatta in the BVI. One mistake costs everything. Watch elite crews battle fluctuating breezes, execute flawless triple-headed sail changes, and push these massive machines to their absolute limits in the world's most beautiful sailing arena. --- Coastal Racing Fundamentals & Fleet Tactics 00:00 Race Day 1: Coastal Course Strategy Kick off the regatta with a deep dive into coastal racing strategy and course management across reaching and upwind-downwind legs. Learn how to maintain the lead in a competitive fleet while making proactive tactical calls to safely navigate around islands and save time against the competition. 01:29 Day 2 Starts: Battling Through the Fleet A tough start requires immediate tactical adjustments and precise sail angles to regain clean air and build boat speed. See how expert crews execute seamless tacks to dip behind other boats, demonstrating how to recover and chip away at the fleet after getting jammed up on the starting line. 02:33 Optimizing Sail Combos for Reaching Choosing the right sails is critical for reaching; being even 10 degrees off your optimum trim angle can allow the rest of the fleet to roll right past you. Discover how to select and trim the perfect combination of sails to get the best out of your rigging and maximize your boat speed on varied coastal courses. Advanced Sail Configurations & Reaching 03:28 Triple Head Configuration & Speed Runs Explore the mechanics of a triple-headed sail configuration to dramatically increase your reaching speed on a designated speed run. Watch how leaving downwind sails behind and hoisting multiple foresails allows you to focus purely on reaching performance, creating a highly efficient aerodynamic slot effect for maximum power. Tactical Maneuvers in Shifting Winds 05:33 Managing High Winds & Sail Changes Heavy, shifting winds with 15-degree fluctuations require quick decisions and a robust windward-leeward sail plan utilizing just jibs and kites. Learn the expert "minimize maneuvers" strategy: why sticking to your fastest setup and hanging on is safer and faster than making multiple risky sail changes in scrambling conditions. 06:48 Navigating Squalls, Waves, and Current Rough seas, passing squalls, and strong ocean currents demand precise driving and immediate tactical adjustments to keep the boat driving forward. Understand how tacticians read big wind shifts to keep the boat safely on its fastest angle, avoiding the crucial errors that can instantly throw you out the back of the fleet. Light Air Tuning & Marginal Gains 08:06 Light Wind Strategy: Finding Tenths of a Knot When the breeze drops to 8 or 9 knots during an around-the-island race, winning comes down to hyper-focused sail tuning and smooth steering. Uncover the tiny details and adjustments needed to minimize hull drag and squeeze every fraction of speed out of your boat, shifting the focus from full knots to essential tenths of a knot. 09:38 Securing the Win: Final Tactics against the Fleet Closing out a regatta requires keeping a close eye on your competitors—especially fast, 72-foot rocket ships—and flawless crew work to stay ahead. See how covering the fleet, making the correct sail choices, and focusing on absolute speed over the flat water secures the overall Maxi division victory. --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 --- "2026 North Sound Maxi Regatta, race footage and discussion, days 1-5"

How do you choose the right sail inventory for the Rolex Big Boat Series? In this North Sails webinar, our experts break down sail inventory decisions for one of the most competitive events on the calendar, covering recommended sails for inshore and offshore racing, how to prepare for changing conditions, and how to build an inventory that performs across multiple race formats. Whether you’re racing windward-leeward courses, offshore legs, or a mix of both, this session will help you make smarter sail selection decisions before you hit the starting line. #NorthSails #RolexBigBoatSeries #SailInventory #SailingTips #OffshoreSailing #InshoreRacing #RegattaPrep #SailSelection #BigBoatRacing --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

Sime Pantella reveals the poetic yet highly tactical reality of professional sailing, where predicting the next wind shift and being one with nature is the only way to win. Discover why surrounding yourself with Olympic champions and America's Cup veterans is the ultimate key to getting better every single regatta. #SimePantella #Sailing #NorthSails #WindShift #OceanRacing #AmericasCup #Regatta #SailboatRacing --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---

The grand finale! It is Day 5 of 5 at the North Sound Maxi Regatta for the legendary around-the-island race around Virgin Gorda. In ultra-light 8-9 knot winds, teams aren't chasing raw speed anymore—they are fighting for tenths of a knot against little rocket ships like the Maxi 72s to secure the ultimate overall victory. #Sailing #BVI #NorthSoundMaxi #MaxiRegatta #YachtRacing #VirginGorda #BellaMente #BoatLife --- As the undisputed global leader in sailmaking, North Sails pioneers performance-led design and advanced 3Di engineering across all wind-powered sports. From offshore yacht racing and one-design fleets to high-speed foiling and windsurfing, we build the fastest, most advanced sails and rigs on the water. Discover more at northsails.com. Subscribe for more great videos: https://www.youtube.com/@North_Sailssub_confirmation=1 ---