Rupert Holmes takes a look at a number of new wooden yachts that have been recently launched or will soon be launchedIt has now been many decades since wood was the most widely used material in yacht productions but timber …
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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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