Sydney · Offshore · Double-handed

Racing offshore.
Sharing the journey.

I like racing offshore, sharing the journey, sharing the findings, sharing the learnings along the way.

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The Library

Watch the reel. Then go deeper.

Every Instagram video has a full write-up here — diagrams, real-race context, and the bits I couldn't fit into 60 seconds. See them all on Instagram →

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Sail Trim

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Why this site exists

A learning hub, not a highlight reel.

I'd rather just explain things the way I wish someone had explained them to me — clearly, with diagrams, and easy to understand.

Every article on this site started with an Instagram video, but this is where I actually get to finish the thought.

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The 2026 Season

Where we're racing.

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25 July 2026

Sydney to Gold Coast

384 nm

Up the east coast in winter trades. First major double-handed offshore of the season for Employment Hero Alliance.

31 July 2026

Gold Coast to Mackay

520 nm

Straight back to sea six days later. Longer, hotter, harder — and the proving ground for the bigger goal.

Racing offshore.Sharing the journey.

Watch the reel. Then go deeper.

What is a spinnaker?

Reading wind, current & tide

Changing a headsail short-handed

Sleeping in 3-hour shifts