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Racing stories, the people behind them and the innovation that drives our lifestyle. We cover everything that happens when sailors push offshore, from start to finish and beyond.

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A look back at iconic Spithill’s Offshore appearance

Jimmy Spithill is an icon of sailing the world over, having won more than his fair share of big trophies. Now the owner of SailGP’s Italian franchise and a commentator for the CYCA on Nine’s broadcast of the Rolex Sydney Hobart, Spithill has done a lot since this interview for Offshore’s April/May 2010 edition. But looking back, what a great read….

June 16, 2026 Offshore Online Contributor
Lifestyle

West Coast cruisin’ on board Bacardi

Sydney-sider Max Cunningham learned to sail four years ago and is now gearing up for ocean cruising and offshore racing. To gain more experience, Max took the plunge and flew to Hobart last December to meet other sailors and hopefully get a ride as a delivery crew. He did just that on board the Sydney Hobart veteran – Bacardi.

June 16, 2026 Offshore Online Contributor
People

What women sailors really think

The contribution of women to sailing is as rich as it is impressive and the CYCA and Rolex Sydney Hobart are part of the tapestry. In the Autumn 2024 issue of Offshore, two members of the CYCA media team, Vito Feremans and Ashley Dart convened a panel of some of Australia’s preeminent female sailors to discuss their involvement in the sport.

June 10, 2026 Offshore Online Contributor
Racing

2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart navigation report with Alexis Loison

For the Autumn 2026 edition of Offshore, Alexis Loison — co-skipper and navigator on Min River — broke down the navigational calls that made history, guiding the JPK 1030 to become the first double handed team to win the Sydney Hobart Overall.

May 25, 2026 Vito Feremans
People

More than 25 reasons to celebrate for Bradshaw Kellett

Bradshaw Kellett celebrated his 25th Rolex Sydney Hobart as the Boat Captain of the Line Honours winner. He wrote this synopsis of Perpetual Loyal’s campaign and victory in the February/March issue of Offshore Yachting. With talk of owner/skipper Anthony Bell returning for another tilt at Hobart this year, we thought we’d take a look.

May 25, 2026 Offshore Online Contributor