Extreme heavy weather footage from the guys who did it the hard way

Alinghi amends Protocol and appeals to BMW Oracle Racing. But is it enough to avoid the courts? Matthew Sheahan reports

Sailors overcome by desire for perforated rubber

A return to the front for the West Country's next big solo sailor?

A fleet of 20 National 12s turned out for the late season open meeting at Up River YC on the River Crouch 19/9/07

American sailor plans to complete his circumnavigation in a lightweight 40-footer

Ecover launch new environmently-friendly boat cleaning product at Southampton Boat Show 18/9/07

Hull & Humber extends Clipper Race lead, Jamaica successfully evacuates injured crew member 18/9/07

The 89-strong Mini Transat fleet left La Rochelle today for the start of the 1,100 first leg 18/9/07

Statement and podcast interview from double Olympic gold medallist Shirley Robertson on today's Olympic nominations by the RYA 18/9/07