Oliver Hayes, a seasoned sailor and marine journalist from Southampton, has a profound love for the sea that has shaped his career. Holding a degree in Marine Journalism from the University of Portsmouth, Oliver is celebrated for his compelling and insightful storytelling. His work vividly captures the excitement of sailing and the rich maritime heritage of the United Kingdom, making him a respected figure in the sailing community. When not writing, Oliver enjoys exploring the British Isles' diverse coastlines and participating in local regattas, always on the lookout for his next nautical adventure.

5.5 Metre Class World Championship 2023 at Yacht Club de l’Odet

5.5 Metre Class World Championship at Yacht Club de l’Odet – Day 4 29 August – 7 September 2024 Seven boats are now race winners in the 2024 world championship,

Detail

Topper and RS Tera Open Meeting at Starcross Yacht Club: A Sailing Event to Remember

Topper and RS Tera Open Meeting at Starcross Yacht Club – Open for Entries 12 October 2024 Join the Starcross Yacht Club for the Topper and Tera Open Meeting on

Detail

Moth and Switch Grand Prix 2023 at Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy: A Premier Sailing Event

Moth and Switch Grand Prix at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy – Preview 7-8 September 2024 The final Moth Grand Prix of the season is being hosted this

Detail

2024 Hamble Classics Regatta: Celebrating the 9th Edition of Friendly Racing Excellence

2024 Hamble Classics Regatta – 9th Edition: A Friendly Affair 31 August – 1 September 2024 A warm and calm Friday afternoon welcomed the 2024 Hamble Classics Regatta fleet, with

Detail

2024 KiteFoil World Series Austria: Exciting Kiteboarding Competitions and Events

2024 KiteFoil World Series Austria – Day 1 5-8 September 2024 Sam Dickinson is greeted back ashore by Max Maeder – 2024 KiteFoil World Series Austria day 1 © IKA

Detail

RS Marine Group Celebrates 10 Years of RS Aero with Exciting In-House Transition

RS Marine Group recently celebrated the significant milestone of the 10-year anniversary of its RS Aero, transitioning production in-house to their facilities in Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Previously

Detail

Exciting NSSA Singlehanded Team Racing at Burton Sailing Club

NSSA Singlehanded Team Racing at Burton Sailing Club – Preview 28-29 September 2024 Burton Sailing Club, in collaboration with the National Schools Sailing Association (NSSA), is excited to announce the

Detail

2024 48° North Cruising Rally: Join the Ultimate Sailing Adventure

Joe Cline has proudly served as the Managing Editor of 48° North since 2014. His extensive career in the marine industry is complemented by his active volunteer leadership, showcasing his

Detail

Vane 36R Free Sailing at Fleetwood Model Yacht Club: A Guide to Enjoying This Classic Sailing Experience

Vane 36R Free Sailing at Fleetwood Model Yacht Club Vane 36R free sailing at Fleetwood © Tony Wilson Looking ahead to the weekend, we had great weather in store for

Detail

Contessa 32 Weekend Regatta: Cowes to Poole and Back

Contessa 32 Cowes-Poole-Cowes Weekend 31 August – 1 September 2024 Contessa 32 sailors at Poole Quay Boat Haven © Martin Collen Contessa 32 sailors at Poole Quay Boat Haven ©

Detail
×