Having been given just months to live, Jazz Turner sailed a solo circumnavigation around Britain. She explains why – and how – to Helen FretterOn June 29 a lifeboat crew was attending a multicoloured little yacht that had run hard …
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Can you really ‘futureproof’ a yacht? Refit decisions made today could shape not just your next season, but the next decade, or more, on board says Will BrutonTime in a boatyard rarely goes exactly to plan. Investigate beyond where you …
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World Sailing has recognised its top achievers, honouring two offshore stars, Charlie Dalin and Justine Mettraux, as the Rolex World Sailors of the YearWorld Sailing has recognised its top achievers, honouring two offshore stars, Charlie Dalin and Justine Mettraux, as …
Cameron Dueck’s cruising dreams of exploring South Korea’s islands were grounded by a bizarre set of maritime restrictions, from bridge warnings to mandatory pre-applications for every anchorageStone statue on the shores of Jeju. Photo: Cameron DueckThe sea around us was …
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We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest yachts of our times. This month Will Oxley nominates the Kingfisher/SkandiaAsking WIll Oxley to pick the coolest yacht he’s ever sailed is a tough choice, as his list …
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Large multihulls are getting bigger and faster, but how do you handle them? Pro skipper Mike Kopman has top advice for anyone sailing powerful catamaransPhoto: Sailing Energy/Multihull CupIt’s safe to say that the catamaran is truly out of the bag …
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