We exist to support the growth of 18 foot skiffs, showcase some of Australia’s best sailing talent in the racing on Sydney Harbour, provide a welcoming club for members, guests and any visitors and to be helpful and active in the local community.

Feb 14, 2023 · Welcome to the international 18ft Skiffs homepage. Here you’ll find the latest events and information on 18ft Skiff racing in Europe. Interested to start sailing? Find your nearest contact and buy a boat in Buy and Sell.

The 18 ft Skiff is considered the fastest class of sailing skiffs. The class has a long history beginning with races on Sydney Harbour, Australia in 1892 and later in New Zealand. The boat has changed significantly since the early days, bringing in new technology as it became available.

Mar 8, 2025 · The Winnings 2025 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship got underway with great expectations on Sydney Harbour today when a fleet of 28 teams from three Australian states, New Zealand, UK and Germany lined up to contest the 76th regatta since 1938 for the world’s most sought after 18 footer trophy, and spectators weren’t disappointed when ...

Jan 5, 2025 · The 18ft Skiff is one of the most exciting dinghies on the water, known for its incredible speed, agility, and thrilling racing experience. With its lightweight design, powerful rig, and planing capabilities, it offers sailors a true test of skill and teamwork.

Mar 7, 2025 · As we move toward Saturday's first race of the Winnings 2025 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour, the defending champion Yandoo team faces a strong line-up of local, interstate and international challengers in what promises to be a down-to-the-wire regatta.

Learn about what he has to say about choosing rigs, techniques, and how to sail an 18 to its full potential. Crew work on an 18-footer can be challenging, especially in breeze. “We have pretty defined roles on the boat to keep consistency with boat handling,” says Matt.

With the 2023-24 Australian 18 Footers League season about to get under way with Race 1 of the annual Spring Championship on October 8, it's time to take a quick look at the success of the rules which changed the style of 18ft skiff racing thirty years ago.

The Australian 18 Footers League's 91st continuous season of 18ft skiff racing on Sydney Harbour will commence next Sunday (20 October) when the club conducts Race 1 of the six-race Sixt Spring Championship.

We exist to support the growth of 18 foot skiffs, showcase some of Australia’s best sailing talent in the racing on Sydney Harbour, provide a welcoming club for members, guests and any visitors and to be helpful and active in the local community.