A well established and regarded name in the offshore racing world, the Owen Clarke studio has in recent years been making a reputation for its bespoke explorer yacht creations. The…
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Black Friday dry bag deals: Where to find the best bargains
Using a dry bag is the ideal way to protect essentials afloat, whether you are sailing, surfing, paddle boarding or any other activity that sees you in or around the…
Save 50% on the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1000 – BEST DEALS
Any deals to be had on power stations and I’m all over it. These portable little power packs are so versatile and can keep most items we use these days…
Ovni 430 review: new interpretation of a successful concept
The concept of rugged aluminium centreboard boats is well proven, but can a boat displacing 14 tonnes when loaded sail well in the light airs that predominate during summer in…
This Decathlon inflatable paddle board is reduced to just £149 this Black Friday week
I make no secret of the fact that I’m a big fan of Decathlon. In my experience in both my work as a watersports journalist and my ‘other hobby’ skiing,…
I’m a yachting magazine editor and this is the Black Friday Garmin watch deal I’d recommend
I have loved testing the Garmin Fenix 7 solar edition. I wasn’t a huge smart-watch fan before I got this one, but I find myself wearing this Garmin smartwatch far…
Best sailing jackets: From inshore to ocean-ready waterproofs
The massive choice of sailing jackets – and wildly varying price points – can be bewildering even for the most experienced sailors. This can make figuring out the best sailing…
I’ve spent the summer testing this paddle board which is now 25% off for Black Friday week
I can’t be alone in being pretty suspicious of cheap Black Friday paddle board deals on Amazon – indeed, I’ve tested a some pretty low quality cheap paddle boards in…
What’s it like to sail to the most remote of the South Sandwich Islands?
We dropped anchor in 12m of water, a long stone’s throw from an unfriendly rocky cliff face and immediately the reality of our position set in as Vinson of Antarctica…
Is this the best way to test a yacht before you buy?
A typical first charter holiday, perhaps on a production boat in Greece or Turkey, holds a special place in most sailors’ memories, even if they go on to own their…
King of the Atlantic: Thomas Ruyant wins IMOCA class in tense Transat Jacques Vabre
Thomas Ruyant and Morgan Lagravière on For People this morning took first place in the Transat Jacques Vabre Normandie Le Havre in the IMOCA class. The win firmly establishes Ruyant…
5 expert tips: How to use an asymmetric spinnaker in light airs
Just as the best teams seem to find an extra high mode on the upwind legs, often they’re also very good at eking out an extra-low mode on the downwind.…
Helly Hansen Ægir Race Jacket review
The second generation Helly Hansen Ægir Race Jacket is a top notch product made for the ultimate in comfort and protection, without compromise. It’s also noticeably lighter than the Norwegian…
Gill Verso Lite Jacket review
There’s much to be said for the advantages of a smock style top, without a full front zip, as they usually offer better protection than a jacket of similar specification.…
Helly Hansen Skagen Offshore Jacket review
The Helly Hansen Skagen Offshore Jacket is part of the Norwegian company’s mid-level ‘Performance’ range and is competitively priced. Yet it shares ergonomics and features with the brand’s top specification…
Zhik INS200 Jacket review: high-tech, lightweight performer
If you’re in the market for a lightweight performance sailing jacket, then the Zhik INS200 jacket might well be the right thing for you. Fortunately the days in which fabric…
First look: 18m Explorer Yacht OC188
Designed for extended remote cruising including a circumnavigation, OC188 is six months into its aluminium construction at alloy experts KM Yachtbuilders in Makkum. Its experienced owner wanted an easily handled…
Slingsby and Neuschäfer crowned Sailors of the Year 2023
The 2023 Rolex World Sailor of the Year awards were presented to Tom Slingsby and Kirsten Neuschäfer last night at a ceremony by World Sailing in Málaga, Spain. The popular…
Gallery: Eleonora – an owner’s story
This article on owning the remarkable 162ft schooner Eleonara is from the archives. It started – as a purchase often does – with a charter. “I wanted to charter a…
Extraordinary boats: Maluka – restoration of a 1932 classic
One thing you should do is take your watch off. If you start looking at your watch you’re going to do your head in!” said Sean Langman, owner and skipper…