Going out for a paddle on a sunny day is a sensationally enjoyable experience, but…
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Extraordinary boats: The Sam Manuard foiling mini 6.50
The past few years have seen an explosion of activity in the Mini 6.50 class,…
What to wear dinghy sailing: from bouyancy aids to boots
If you want to make a start in sailing then often a dinghy will be…
Best snorkelling set: 5 of top options for better vision underwater
Explore the wonders of the ocean for longer with a good mask and snorkel –…
How (and why) wood is making a comeback in yacht building
Why would a naval architect and structural engineer used to working with cutting edge materials…
Iridium GO! exec vs Starlink Roam: Which Sat comms system does it best
Until recently, developments in satellite communications were painfully slow, but the pace of change started…
Best swimming goggles: 6 of the best pairs for open water
Whether you’re a regular outdoor swimmer or just love to clock up laps in your…
World’s coolest yachts: Windward Passage
“A very modern boat for her times: very large stern (almost like today’s naval architecture)…
World’s coolest yachts: The Waszp
“I’d like to be able to say the AC40 [Women’s and Youth America’s Cup foiler]…
Best kayak bilge pumps for quickly and efficiently emptying your boat
For anyone doing any sort of serious paddling in a sit-inside kayak – from going…
Best designer sailing jackets: 6 top options for yacht club style
We have all been in the position where an impromptu celebratory visit to the pub/restaurant/yacht…
Best floating sunglasses: 6 floatable sunnies for active sailors
Protecting your eyes at sea is necessary for sailors, who are exposed to bright glare…
What to wear sailing: Everything you need to know
Are you are heading out on the water sailing for the first time, or perhaps…
The coolest record breaking boats
While hyper-luxury superyachts are clearly cool to look at (and would be very cool to…
The coolest catamarans and multihulls of all time
As with beauty, coolness is in the eye of the beholder. While for some, speed…
The best semi-custom superyachts
A bubble has appeared, the rise of a buoyant large yacht market sector that’s proving…
Second hand boats: How to finance a yacht
If you are one of the many boat owners who buys with cash, then great…
The future of chartplotters
Multifunction displays for navigation, instrument data, radar, AIS, and even watching Netflix, continue to evolve,…
What to wear kayaking: Get fully kitted out for a paddling adventure
Regular kayakers, especially those who venture out all year round, generally have an ensemble of…
World’s coolest yachts: Cookson 50
“I think the Cookson 50 is one of the coolest yachts on earth for several…