Water ballast is no longer the preserve of ocean racing yachts, it can now be found on performance cruisers and smaller racing boats. Pip Hare shares her top tips for using itThe JPK 1030 features transfer pipe and inspection hatches. …
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A novice sailor’s unhealthy enthusiasm for rough weather is doused by the muddy brown waters of the East CoastDick Durham and Almita are right at home on the East Coast. Photo: Tim CornallDick Durham knows the East Coast of England …
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The ArmorKite 650 is a Mini Transat-style yacht sailed under power kite, with no conventional mast or sails, writes François TregouetIt’s a grey and wet February day on the pontoons at Port la Forêt, the Mecca of French single-handed ocean …
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Time to upgrade? Will Bruton talks to the crew of SV Delos to discover ways to future-proof your yacht that improve life on board – and are kinder to the planetDelos anchored off St Barths. Photo: SV DelosWhen Brian Trautman …
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Heesen Launches 55m Project Castor Heesen has announced exciting news of the launch of its 55m YN19055 steel class, otherwise known as Project Castor. In a prosperous week for the Dutch shipyard, as it also released footage of the highly-anticipated …
Turquoise Yachts Launches 56m Explorer Vessel Blue II Turquoise Yachts has announced the launch of its 56m explorer yacht, Blue II. Formerly known as Project Lombok, Blue II features an exceptional exterior design by Dutch naval architects André Hoek – …
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