The XYOA had its best attended rally for a while with 13 X-Yachts providing a great sight in Cowes Yacht Haven. A further 6 members turned up for the event either by ferry or hitching a ride on a fellow members’ yacht, so we had ¼ of the total membership Read more…
On a glorious Friday before the Autumn Rally, a group of 11 XYOA members took to the water with Jeremy Smart from North Sails, to learn more about sail handling and tuning. With 12-18 kts blowing, the session started on Xp50 Tean, learning techniques for hoisting and dropping asymmetric spinnakers Read more…
Since X-Yachts started boatbuilding in 1979, there has been a very strong connection between the three founders of X-Yachts and the three founding members of North Sails Denmark (at the time called Diamond sails). They both share a common vision and commitment to producing the best boats, together with the Read more…
With idyllic sailing conditions at this years “Lendy Cowes Week“, a number of X-Yachts enjoyed fine racing. In class “Cruiser Division A” a fierce battle developed at the front of the pack, leading to some excellent racing. Anthony & Charles Esse’s “Baby X” worked hard to dominate the class after Read more…
20 X-Yachts took part in this year’s Round the Island race. ISC Division 4A Class had close racing between a brand new X4.9, and an Xp50 and X50, with the 3 boats taking 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Report by Brian Thomas, X332, Tyke. We had a good start by Read more…
A brief reminder from the Cruising Association. We offer a huge 25% discount for members of the X-Yachts Owners’ Association and each member will receive a free of charge 18 x 9 burgee, which entitles them to a wide range of discounts around the globe. Membership of the Cruising Association Read more…
From 4th May to 6th May this year’s X-Yachts GB Solent Cup returned to Hamble and The Royal Southern Yacht Club, who took care of the racing and our onshore entertainment. Friday brought the Skipper’s Briefing, followed by the X-Yachts Owner’s Association Drinks, which were sponsored by Meridien Modena. Crews Read more…
The Dutch X-Yachts Owners Association was formed in 2013 by three proud Dutch X-Yachts owners with the purpose of sharing information and experiences amongst Dutch owners through tour rallies, race events and social events. At the moment we have 100 Dutch and Belgian active members. Every year we organize different Read more…
We are delighted to announce that a very special venue has been chosen for our Fitting Out Dinner and AGM – Brooklands Museum – the birthplace of British Motorsport and Aviation and the home of Concorde. The Museum is full of charm and character with a vast array of colourful Read more…
…….started back in October 2016 with a conversation with regular crew Mark who persuaded me to attempt to take Juno round the rock for a third time (and my 5th trip). Ironically Mark was then transferred to Singapore in early 2017, after I had entered Juno for the race, and Read more…