Media Release
Pittwater, NSW – 15 March 2026
Day two of the 2026 Pittwater Off The Beach Regatta delivered the kind of sailing conditions Pittwater is famous for, with a steady breeze ranging between 8 and 15 knots, allowing race officials to run a full schedule of racing across all 3 course areas.
Under clear blue skies and sparkling waters, fleets launched early as the breeze filled across Pittwater, providing ideal conditions for competitive racing. The consistent wind allowed race committees to complete multiple races for every class, keeping the regatta on schedule after the lighter conditions experienced on the opening day.
Across the afternoon, the breeze shifted to the north-east, providing ideal conditions for competitors but requiring race management teams to adjust their course configurations to stay aligned with the wind. The shift brought classic Pittwater sea-breeze conditions, producing lively racing across the regatta courses.
On the WASZP NSW Championship course, foiling sailors thrilled spectators as the breeze settled into the mid-teens. The WASZPs and Multihull fleets took full advantage of the conditions, cutting up the course and crossing the finish line at pace as the boats powered through the windward-leeward legs.
The 29er and 420 fleets enjoyed excellent planning conditions, with tight racing throughout the fleet as crews pushed hard upwind and downwind in the lively breeze.
Further south on the Avalon Sailing Club course area, competitors in the MJ Nationals (Part 2) and Spiral Traveller Series, along with the ILCA and AERO classes, took full advantage of the conditions. Multiple races were completed in the building afternoon breeze, rewarding sailors who could combine speed with consistent boat handling in the moderate Pittwater chop. “It’s fantastic to see the variety of sailors competing this weekend and the pathway classes clearly on display for any new budding sailor to adult sailor to see, OTB racing is for everyone”, said Race Director (RPAYC) Nick Elliott.
In the more sheltered waters of the “small pond” course area managed by BYRA/RPAYC, the Optimist fleets continued their strong preparation ahead of the upcoming Optimist State Championships hosted by RPAYC next weekend. The building breeze provided excellent learning conditions for the young sailors, with several competitive races completed throughout the day.
Competition remains tight across the fleets as sailors head into the final races of the regatta, with podium positions still very much in contention.
With sunshine, sparkling water and a reliable 14–18 knot north-easterly breeze, Pittwater once again proved why it remains one of Australia’s premier dinghy sailing venues.
The Pittwater Off The Beach Regatta concludes today. The official regatta presentation hosted by BYRA on Wednesday evening to celebrate the achievements of competitors across all classes.