With Ken Read as CEO and American Magic’s AC75 in the shed, a ‘new’ US challenger enters the America’s cup ring. But is one year enough to win?After months of uncertainty regarding a US presence on the start line, the …
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Is a 70m yacht with zero emissions even possible? Sam Fortescue visits Vitters shipyard on the eve of the launch of this truly groundbreaking yacht, built to propel the industry into a greener futureWhen the idea of a big sailing …
How two young surfers traded steel-capped boots for barefoot learning to sail in south-east Asia, By Camille MillIganOne day we were standing in swirling red dust under the brutal Australian outback sun, steel-capped boots caked in sweat and iron ore. …
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If you head offshore or participate in competitive sailing then you’ll need to consider a PLB and/or an AIS beacon. Tech Editor and marine safety gear and comms specialist, Fox Morgan has tested an array of the current beacons on …
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Luperon, in the Dominican Republic, is indisputably one of the Caribbean’s best hurricane holes. Stephen Maher reports on its unique appeal – and meets legendary cruising writer Bruce Van SantOver a gassy Cuban draught beer at the quayside bar at …
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When upgrading stays and standing rigging do you choose wire or HMPE? And where might it pay to replace stainless steel with Dyneema? Bruce Jacobs reportsA thousand miles from anywhere in the Atlantic, with the trades blowing hard and the …
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