FLIBS 2019: Inside Showstopper M/Y SOLO With the annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show entering day 2, we take a look inside one of the show’s star attractions, Tankoa’s 72m SOLO=. SOLO is an amalgamation of three institutions of Italian …
Benetti 63.5m Waku Sold by IYC In a flurry of late October sales, IYC confirmed a change of ownership for the 63.5m Benetti-built motor yacht Waku. Waku, delivered in 2016 by the esteemed Italian shipyard, was sold by Frank Grzeszczak …
The French canals provide an attractive alternative to the Strait of Gibraltar for yachts looking to enter the Mediterranean. Terysa Vanderloo reportsAll photos: Terysa VanderlooFor many skippers wishing to sail between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, it’s necessary to go …
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A classic wooden yawl might not seem the obvious choice for offshore racing, But Nic Compton finds this classic yacht is up for itPhotos: Nic ComptonThere’s no shortage of stunning boats moored at Port Pendennis in Falmouth when I visit …
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A Christmas Charter: S/Y Dark Shadow Bernard Gallay has announced that 30m Wally cruising yacht Dark Shadow is available to charter in the Caribbean this Christmas season. Delivered in 2002 with an extensive refit in 2012, Dark Shadow is instantly …
Pip Hare shares her top tips on how to fix running rigging while at sea and reveals what’s in her jury rig fix-it kitWhen racing across oceans I am constantly torn between loading my spares and repairs kit with everything …
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