Clik here to view.
Coolest yachts: Quantum Racing
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Terry Hutchinson nominates Quantum RacingTerry Hutchinson is tactician for the Quantum Racing...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best waterproof Bluetooth speakers
Waterproof bluetooth speakers have improved massively in sound quality and can now offer decent levels of quality, some even matching bigger speaker systems Although an early adopter of them, I used to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best kayak shoes for protecting your feet during all sorts of paddling...
The best kayak shoes supply support, grip and provide protection for your feet from everything from the cold to sharp objects in the shallows at the put-in and take-out pointsThere are myriad styles of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
World’s fastest monohull: Malizia-Seaexplorer IMOCA 60
The IMOCA 60 Malizia-Seaexplorer is the world’s fastest monohull, having set a blistering 24-hour record of 641.08 nautical miles while competing in The Ocean Race transatlantic legFollowers of the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Why the yachts of the future are already here
The biggest transformation of boatbuilding in our lifetime is under way, with the drive to eliminate carbon emissions and use composites that can be recycled into a new boat. Rupert Holmes visits those...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best Duffel Bag – 16 luggage options for sailors
We sailors know a thing or two about soft luggage. The best duffel bag though is really a matter of functional practicality fused with personal taste. I've picked out a range of the best duffel bags...
View ArticleClik here to view.
What to wear offshore sailing: your guide for comfort and safety
When it comes to picking the right kit for offshore sailing it's hard to know where to start. Here, we walk you through the key items you need to head off into the oceanOffshore sailing offers a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Clothing of the future: Eco friendly sailing kit
Sam Fortescue looks at the latest clothing developments making technical marine clothing more eco-friendlyBack in the days when togging up for a sail meant donning a stout Guernsey and some tightly...
View ArticleClik here to view.
These 6 boating kit deals in the West Marine Labor Day sale have got us...
Labor Day weekend is almost here and West Marine has rolled out hundreds of Labor Day boating deals to help you stock up your boat for less...Labor Day weekend is a great time to pick up a bargain on...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Labor Day weekend paddle board deals and kayak deals
Labor Day weekend is almost here and West Marine has rolled out hundreds of Labor Day paddle board deals and kayak dealsWest Marine’s Labor Day weekend sale features a number of great kayak deals and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best Boat Safety Gear Labor Day Deals
Labour Day weekend is just a few hours away and West Marine have released some early sale deals that we are very happy to share with you.Labor Day weekend is a great time to pick up a bargain on...
View ArticleClik here to view.
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 nowWhatever the season, there are two staples you need for...
View ArticleClik here to view.
New boats at the 2023 boat shows
As summer draws to a close we pick some of the most interesting boats set to be launched during this year's boat show seasonThe northern hemisphere summer is drawing to a close and for sailors this...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best handheld VHF marine radio: 11 feature-rich options for your boat
Marine Communications specialist, Fox Morgan takes a hands-on look at some of the best handheld VHF marine radios on the market.This article was first published July 2022 and was price and fact-checked...
View ArticleClik here to view.
World’s coolest yachts: Maxi 72 Ran II
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Adrian Stead nominates Maxi 72 Ran IIThe Maxi 72 Ran II was a dominant force both inshore and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best sailing jackets: From inshore to ocean-ready waterproofs
The very best of today’s technical clothing is extremely good and will keep you warm and dry in all but the most extreme conditions imaginable.The massive choice of sailing jackets – and wildly varying...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best women’s sailing trousers: 11 of the best options
Keeping your legs and lower half dry onboard requires a good pair of sailing trousers in all seasons. Marsali Taylor picks out 11 of the best women’s waterproof trousers and salopettes for...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Extraordinary boats: Trimaran Trinity
Trinity is a custom 45ft performance trimaran designed by Reichel/Pugh to be fully adaptive and wheelchair accessibleCalifornian sailor Terri Nelson likes nice things. One of her pet peeves, she tells...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Best marine binoculars: 15 of the best pairs for keeping a good lookout
Tech Editor Fox Morgan has many years of experience piloting around tricky estuaries and coastlines. Good binoculars are an essential bit of kit. Here's 15 of the best marine binoculars worth...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Coolest boats: Cadet dinghy
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Simon Fisher nominates the Cadet dinghy“I’ve been lucky enough to sail on a good selection of...
View Article