Cruising : World Sailing

Cruising is arguably the most commonly enjoyed sailing discipline and through it's responsibility to all areas of the sport, World Sailing works with a number of organizations to defend boater rights.

Cruising can be a coastal day sail or a longer distance international journeys crossing oceans and national borders.

World Sailing works with organizations such as the International Maritime Organization and the International Organization for Standardization to represent the interests of sailors worldwide.

The Piracy updates and links in the Safety section are essential reading for sailors considering cruising in certain waters.

For more technical information about all the classes of boats within cruising click here.

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A match race consists of two identical boats racing against each other. This is a one-on-one duel of strategy and tactics and the objective is simple - to be the first to cross the finish line.

Team Racing typically consists of two teams each of three boats competing against each other. It is a fast paced racing style which depends on excellent boat handling skills and rapid tactical decision making.

World Sailing is responsible for Para World Sailing. It is administered through the World Sailing Head Office in London, UK and the Para World Sailing Committee.

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