February 2015 cover

NEWS
Alex Thomson’s ambitions for the Barcelona World Race
The G4 40ft foiling cruising cat
Why Bermuda for the America’s Cup?

NEW GEAR AND YACHTS
Wisp: A glorious classic-looking 156-footer from Royal Huisman
New yachts: What to look out for at the London and Düsseldorf shows

CRUISING
ARC: Matthew Sheahan meets the crews as they arrive in Saint Lucia
Baby on board: Challenges and rewards of starting a family on a boat
Bluewater Techniques: Spinnaker for ocean passages

RACING
Multihull for the Tour Voile: James Boyd on the Diam 24
Boat of the month: Farr 280 – fast performer with a few worrying traits
Five tips” Getting the best rating

REGULARS
From the Editor
Letters
Matthew Sheahan
Skip Novak
Great seamanship
Yachts for sale
Classified advertisements
One amazing day