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First look video: Hanse 460 – the French-designed Hanse
Hanse has switched to the French design office, Berret Racoupeau, with their new Hanse 460 and features a particularly clever hull shapeFollowing a generation of Judel/Vrolijk designs, the new Hanse...
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First look: Jeanneau 64 – flagship gets an update
The Jeanneau 64 proved the concept of larger production yachts when it was first launched. Now a renewed version looks set to impress again. The Jeanneau 64, which we fondly remember sailing in a...
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Clarionet: famous yacht meticulously restored
Clarionet is one of the original Sparkman & Stephens ‘terrible twins’ which set the trend for performance fin keel yachts, Nic Compton steps onboardAt just 36ft 9in, the Sparkman & Stephens...
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SUP accessories: the best paddleboard gear
SUP instructor, racer and paddlesurfer Duncan Slater recommends nine of the best SUP accessories on the market right nowStand-up paddleboarding is a pleasingly simple activity: essentially all you need...
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Navigation apps: all about user-generated guides
Sam Fortescue takes a look at some of the most popular user-generated navigation guides for boaters, which are fast replacing the traditional pilot guide bookPilot books used to be how we explored new...
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First look: Oceanis Yacht 60 – new bluewater flagship
The new Oceanis Yacht 60 from Beneteau is a stylish and bluewater friendly new flagship model for the French yard Beneteau’s new flagship, the Oceanis Yacht 60, is the yard’s third model to come out of...
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Coolest Yachts: Volvo Open 70 Camper
Chris Nicholson nominates the Volvo Open 70, Camper with Emirates Team New Zealand, as his Coolest Yacht. This is the yacht he skippered to 2nd place in the 2011/12 edition of the Volvo Ocean Race,...
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World’s coolest yachts: The Snipe dinghy
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Dutch racer Bouwe Bekking nominates The Snipe dinghy. “I would take a complete crazy thing: a...
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World’s coolest yachts: Kuka Light
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. This time four-time Olympian Mitch Booth nominates Kuka Light. Kurt Arrigo/Rolex“Kuka Light...
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Best sailing watches: 12 options for racing and cruising
Phil Sampson and Roger Hughes take a look at 12 of the best sailing watches available with functions for racing and cruising sailorsPhoto: GarminJust as tablets and even smartphones have revolutionised...
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Second hand boats: buying an ex-charter yacht
Will Bruton looks at the pros and cons of buying an ex-charter yacht, and speaks to a number brokers to let you know what to look forYacht charter companies increasingly own new yachts for only a few...
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Best handheld marine radios: 8 feature-rich VHF options for your boat
Handheld VHF marine radio design is improving with new functions added every year. We take a look at some of the best handheld marine radios on the market.Significant improvements in a number of areas...
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Best personal locator beacons and AIS units: 7 top options for boating
With the advent of the personal locator beacons (PLBs) and personal AIS units rescue operations at sea are now much easier to perform. We take a look at the best PLBs and AIS on the market and explain...
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Best sailing hats: Top boating headwear from simple caps to sou’westers and...
Whether for warmth or sun protection, going afloat means wearing a hat. David Harding picks out 12 of the best sailing hats available right nowIn the summer as well as a good pair of sailing...
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Best women’s sailing jackets: 7 options to keep you warm and dry
When it comes to choosing the best women's sailing jacket for you, there are many options to consider. Sue Pelling takes a look at coastal sailing jacket designs that are also suitable for wearing...
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Best women’s boating shoes: 9 of the best options for female sailors
Sue Pelling takes a look at the latest women's boating shoes and picks the best on the market for discerning female sailorsThe all female crew in the 2016 EFG Sailing Arabia - The Tour. Credit: Lloyd...
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5 best family cruising yachts of 2022
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the family cruising yachts category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsWithout doubt, the European Yacht of the Year awards is the...
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Best paddleboard pumps – manual and electric
SUP instructor and long-time inflatable paddleboarder Duncan Slater looks at the best paddleboard pumps on the market...Inflatable paddleboards now make up the vast majority of recreational SUPs around...
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6 of the best swim gloves for outdoor swimmers
A guide to some of the best swim gloves for outdoor swimmers. Keep your fingers warm and cosy – and stay in the water for longer – with a good pair of swimming gloves, ideal for open water swimming...
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Best Mother’s Day gifts for sailors: what to buy for mum in 2022
Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to show the sailing or watersports loving mum in your life how much she means to you with a gift that will keep on giving. Here are 15 Mother's Day gift ideas to...
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