The History of Speed on the Water: From Crossbow to the F50
From Crossbow to windsurfing, kites, Sailrocket and today’s foiling F50s, discover how the pursuit of speed on the water has evolved over the last 50 years — and what modern performance data tells us beyond top speed.
Beyond Top Speed: Inside NorthStar’s 96.6 km/h SailGP Session
NorthStar reached 96.6 km/h during its Portsmouth session. But top speed was only the headline. From 88.3 km/h over 500 metres to 78.0 km/h sustained across 10 kilometres, the Waterspeed data reveals the performance behind the peak.
Erwan Jauffroy crosses the English Channel on a foil, powered only by waves
Erwan Jauffroy crossed the English Channel from Eastbourne to Cherbourg on a foil powered only by waves. Waterspeed tracked all 191.6 kilometres of the eight-hour journey.
Your tacks are losing you more speed than you think
You know that feeling when you come out of a tack slower than you went in? Everyone does. But "slower" is vague — and vague doesn't help you improve. Here's what your tack data is actually telling you.
5 numbers that tell the real story of your session
Max speed is the dopamine number, but it's just the highlight. Here are the 5 numbers — speed, VMG, average, active time and distance — that actually explain what happened in your session, and what to train next.
How to prepare for your first race
Preparing for your first race isn’t about pushing harder — it’s about training smarter. From pacing and gear setup to learning from your data, here’s how to show up confident, avoid common mistakes, and actually enjoy your first race on the water.
4 steps to set up your device for better sessions
A simple setup can make the difference between capturing a clean session or missing the data that matters. In this guide, we walk through three simple steps to set up your tracking device and make every session easier to review and understand.
How to prepare for a great session (before you even hit the water)
You don’t have bad sessions — you have unprepared ones.
A great day on the water starts long before you launch. From setting clear goals to preparing your data and routine, here’s how serious riders turn unpredictability into performance.
Why data matters in modern sailing
Modern sailing is shifting from intuition to insight. From weekend sailors to SailGP teams, data and performance tracking are transforming how sailors train, improve, and connect with the sport. Discover why sailing is no longer just felt — it’s measured.
Not progressing in water sports? These 7 Plateaus might be why
Feeling stuck despite training regularly? Discover the most common watersports training plateaus and how tracking, benchmarks, and session review help you progress again.
How to Track Tacks & Gybes in Waterspeed
Tacks and gybes are where most performance gains — and losses — happen. Learn how Waterspeed automatically tracks your turns so you can improve speed retention and consistency.
Introducing Ultra: Advanced VMG & Tactical Performance Analysis in Waterspeed
Ultra brings advanced VMG and tactical performance analysis to Waterspeed, helping sailors and foilers understand not just how fast they go, but how effectively they sail.