Afloat – Ireland's Sailing and Boating Magazine
The keepers of sailing's worst-kept secret have finally put their hands up and come clean. As the Volvo Ocean Race prepares to set out from Boston today, en route to Galway and the first every Irish stopover, the Irish team…
There will be huge anticipation this week as the Volvo Ocean Race head for Galway on a transatlantic sprint. But the Green Dragon team have had to admit that their lack of keel weight stacks the odds on the low…
Skippers of the virtual version of the Volvo Ocean Race could find Green Dragon skipper Ian Walker looking over their shoulder on the Boston - Galway leg. The team will ask the online community of 200,000 gamers where they should…
On Tuesday 12th May 2009 at 3.30 p.m. the Lord Mayor, Eibhlin Byrne, unveiled a plaque to mark the completion of new flood protection works, constructed as part of the Spencer Dock Sea Lock Restoration Project, on the Royal Canal.…
Southeast to southwest gales or strong gales will develop later tonight and tomorrow on Irish Coastal Waters from Carlingford Lough to Carnsore Point to Valentia and on the Irish Sea. A full forecast from Met Eireann here Small Craft Warning…
It might be the week the Volvo Ocean Race comes to town but there are many other events going on around the country too. In fact, we're spoiled for choice at this time of the year, with so many events…
Cork Regatta has been cancelled because of an adverse weather forecast. The event has now suffered because of weather condtions for three successive years. It is hoped the regatta can be rescheduled.
Afloat's inland waterways correspondent Brian Goggin will be giving a talk about the waterways heritage of O'Briensbridge next Wednesday 20th May at 8.30 in the hall in Montpelier (Dublin Road side of bridge). It is being organised by the O'Briensbridge…
A total of 5782 people came from all over the world to visit the three day RIB extravaganza in Cowes, England, known as RIBEX 2009. The three day specialist powerboat show is unique in its style and content; mixing the…
This morning's Irish Times sailing column provides news on Anthony O'Leary's new creation; a 1720 with a lid! The new toy was berthed briefly at Crosshaven marina but is now enroute to Scotland. David O'Brien's report is here. Our photos…
Minister Gregory Campbell, MLA launched the Waterways Ireland Taste of Waterways Guide with John Martin, Chief Executive of Waterways Ireland at the Balmoral Show, Belfast. The guide featuring places to eat along the inland waterways managed by Waterways Ireland, has…
Afloat may edition out now: In WM Nixon's Soundings column he shows his mettle when dealing with sailing legend Ted Turner – and got some good advice for his trouble. The May issue is on sale now! Order a subscription…
The first world yacht race ever to come to Ireland will arrive in Galway in a week’s time. It will be the biggest sporting and tourist event in Ireland this year. Friday night's edition of Seascapes (May 15th, 10.30pm, RTE…
Applications for the 2009 Rolex Fastnet opened on 1 January and effectively closed two months later when the 300 cap on entries was reached. Organisers, the Royal Ocean Racing Club, immediately set up a waiting list, which currently stands at…
Record breaking UK yachtsman Alex Thomson has been making the most of HUGO BOSS being back in the water and enjoying some 'foiling' off his IMOCA Open 60 in the Solent. Alex, always one for a challenge was thrilled to…
Improvement Works at Richmond Harbour, Royal Canal (Marine Notice No. 43 of 2009) Masters and owners are advised that as part of ongoing development and improvement works on the Royal Canal, that Richmond Harbour in Clondra will be de-watered. This…
TUE & SAT SERIES 1 (RACE) 12/05/2009 – 17 Footer SCRATCH: 1 Leila, R. Cooper, 2 Gladys, Cronin/Jones, 3 Aura, I. Malcolm. 17 Footer HCAP: 1 Leila, 2 Gladys, 3 Bobolink, Walsh/Doyle. TUESDAY SERIES 1 (RACE) 12/05/2009 – Puppeteer SCRATCH:…
Afloat May edition OUT NOW! New rules for dry docks on the waterways, race results, Dublin Port profile, Galway's VOR stopover, and much more. The May issue is on sale now! Order a subscription to Ireland's boating magazine here.
BJ Marine are staging a Boat Show at Bangor Marina this weekend opening on Friday at 10am till Sunday at 6pm. On display will be a selection of power and sailing boats from 17’ to 60’. The range will include…
A great job in a great location – Howth Yacht Club are looking for a general manager to take responsibility for the Club facilities, personnel and sailing activities.HYC is Ireland's largest club with over 2,000 members, a 280-berth marina operating…
