Chris Nicholson is one of the most experienced ocean racing skippers in the world. He shares advice on night helming with Andy RiceChris Nicholson’s prowess in 18ft Skiffs and three World Championship titles in the early days of the 49er …
Romain Pilliard’s Use it Again! trimaran runs aground while storm-bound in Patagonia during a westabout round the world record attemptAlex Pella and Romain Pilliard round Cape Horn on Use it Again! February 2022 Photo: Use it Again! The 75ft trimaran …
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A good ready to sail yacht can be hard to find in the current market. Thinking outside the box about where to look can help you get on the water faster. We take a look at options to find a …
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We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Yachting photographer Rick Tomlinson nominates Jolie Brise.Jolie Brise, the only boat to win the Fastnet Race three times. Photo: “This choice …
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. British offshore racer Brian Thompson nominates MOD70 Phaedo. I’d choose the MOD70 without too much doubt because the boat is so …
The Transat Jacques Vabre saw some remarkable victories – Rupert Holmes finds out what lessons can be learned for anyone who sails long distancesTwo boats achieved stunning victories in the latest edition of the Transat Jacques Vabre, establishing leads before …
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