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Locked out and locked in: World cruisers share their COVID-19 sailing dilemmas
When the world abruptly locked down in March, many cruisers were caught out, and soon…
A world beneath: Freediving in Northern Norway from a 37ft production boat
It’s below freezing, the wind is blowing 25 knots and we’re in a 2m swell.…
Figaro Series: The hardest sailing race on the planet where money means nothing
“This is the hardest race – not to win, just to do. Winning is something…
Dream daysailers: 13 of the best boats for a great day out on the water
Modern daysailers 1. Saffier Se 33 UD Saffier Yachts now has eight designs between 21ft…
How new-age sailing autopilot systems are putting computers at the helm
A couple of decades ago I’d have recommended anyone planning an ocean crossing without a…
eSailing: The virtual regatta racing games that took off during lockdown
Competitive online gaming, or eSports, has been growing exponentially since the mid-1990s. “It is probably…
Coronavirus and sailing: How COVID-19 will change the way we sail
Looking north from the seafront at Cowes this April, you’d have seen the Solent as…
Three hulls, one planet: Neel 51 owner explains how he went self-sustainable
Bluewater sailing stories usually start with someone who has been around boats all their life.…
Marc van Peteghem interview: Up close and personal with the king of cats
With Lagoon catamarans at one end of the spectrum and world-girdling Ultime class trimarans at…
Sailing England’s East Coast: Extract from On and Offhore by Dick Durham
Dick Durham knows the East Coast of England better than most. He has sailed it,…
How the crew of SV Delos created the ultimate self-sustainable yacht
When Brian Trautman bought a 53ft Amel Super Maramu in 2008 he had little intention…
Vendée Globe 2020: Pip Hare on preparing for the world’s toughest race
It would be easy to assume the toughest challenge of the Vendée Globe Race is…
The future of yachting: Smart technology for your next yacht
It’s becoming abundantly clear that to meet greenhouse gas emissions targets set out in the…
Teak alternatives: 4 options for decking that doesn’t cost the earth
Everyone loves an immaculate teak deck. They look great at boat shows and at chic…
Buster De Guingand on racing classic yacht Thalassa: An extract from The Yachtsman magazine
The name of E P De Guingand will be well known to crews on the…
Hidden talents: Inside the traditional boatbuilding yards of British Columbia
At first glance, Gabriola Island does not seem to be much a haven for sailors.…
Ken Read interview: The rise and rise of an all-American sailing hero
There are many successful sailors and many more successful businessmen, but it’s rare to find…
4 eco-friendly improvements to upgrade your yacht
1. Ditch the teak Teak is no longer universally popular. The price has gone up…
1998 Sydney Hobart: Extract from The Proving Ground by G Bruce Knecht
Along with the 1979 Fastnet Race, the 1998 Sydney Hobart has become a byword for…