Knowing how to set up a multihull’s mainsail is crucial. Brian Thompson, one of the world’s most experienced multihull sailors, shares his expert tipsDragonfly 40 on the wing. Credit: Al WoodA mainsail cannot know whether it is hoisted on a …
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A technical masterpiece or a piece of art? The new Spirit 111 is somehow both, and is one of the most remarkable large yachts Toby Hodges has ever sailedVery little is permitted to impact on the Spirit 111’s aesthetic. Note …
Heesen Yachts Launches Superyacht Talk Show ‘Yacht Talk’ Increasingly popular in the post-COVID era, talk shows and webinars provide a convenient way of engagement from the comfort of our own homes – uniting individuals within an industry isolated by travel …
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For decades celestial navigation was seen as an increasingly archaic skill, but there is now a resurgence of interest in these traditional navigation skills, writes Rupert HolmesAstro nav is enjoying a resurgence of interest among bluewater sailors. Photo: 59° North …
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Malcolm McKeon Unveils World’s Largest Sloop at 85m Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design and Royal Huisman have unveiled the fruits of an exciting collaboration between two industry greats. The new APEX 850 concept is both the world’s largest sloop-rigged superyacht and …
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Andy Rice talks to the fastest sailor on earth, Paul Larsen to find out how to maximise your boatspeedFast teams will record, calibrate and analyse settings constantly. Photo: Nico MartinezNot only is Paul Larsen clued in to what makes a …
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