This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers, and Yachting World has been there since the startBack in 1985 Margaret Thatcher was in Downing Street, Mikhail Gorbachev in the Kremlin, and a world-famous pop star was …
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Matt Sheahan reports on the new Olympic sailing format, which see the Medal Race replaces with a new system (and not the winner-takes-all options so decried by many)Paris 2024 Olympic Sailing Test Event, Marseille, France. Day 3 Race Day on …
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We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest yachts of our times. This month Francesca Clapcich nominates the 49er FX dinghy“I did my last Olympic campaign on the 49erFX in Rio, 2016. Actually, that was the …
Exploring Patagonia was a memorable family cruising adventure for Fernanda Mondadori“You need to focus on Section 10, it’s the best part!” That was the message that flooded my inbox again and again as we planned our trip to Patagonia. With …
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£1million is a lot of money to spend, but what does it buy you in today’s market? Will Bruton takes a look at some £1m yacht optionsJust how much yacht you get for a million pounds (or euros) is a …
Is good seamanship just about skill on the water? Or is there more to it if you want to be considered a true master of your craft?Red Ruby came within seconds of winning the 2023 Middle Sea Race overall. Photo: …
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