Cruising doyen Jimmy Cornell on how to avoid pitfalls, and make your cruising adventure a true trip of a lifetime.Photo: Ugo Fonolla/Oyster World RallyWhen it comes to regrets, I have none. But on all my voyages the golden rule has …
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The new WOY26 is a modern daysailer built using high-tech timber for easy sail handling.Photo: Nico KraussOne of the stand-out new yachts of recent years is the Thomas Tison-designed 48ft Elida, which combines high-tech timber construction with innovative laminates and …
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Considering shipping a yacht? Terysa Vanderloo shares her experiences of shipping her catamaran from Thailand to Türkiye, plus what owners really need to know about shipping their own boat.When my partner Nick and I had our dream boat built in …
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The new Stephen Waring 39 evokes classic designs from the mid-20th century with a timeless aesthetic and contemporary innovation.The Stephens Waring 39. Photo: Alison LangleyThis more classic and cruising-oriented design is intended as a blend of timeless design and contemporary …
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Sam Goodchild is the first British skipper home in the Vendée Globe, finishing an impressive 9th in his first attempt at the solo round the world raceLES SABLES D’OLONNE, FRANCE – JANUARY 25, 2025 : VULNERABLE skipper Sam Goodchild (GBR) …
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The Solitaire du Figaro is one of the most notoriously tidal racecourses in sailing; 2024 winner Tom Dolan explains tidal planning strategy with Andy Rice“We’re all tadpoles swimming in a stream,” says Tom Dolan of single-handed offshore racing. With so …
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