The coolest Watersports Toys of 2024: From inflatable foilers to motorised...
The Summer of 2024 has seen a vast array of new watersports toys hit the market. From snorkelling, paddleboarding, spearfishing or and array of powered or inflatable craft, there are plenty of...
View ArticleMore details of the hotly-anticipated XR 41
The XR 41 will be the first boat from X-Yachts to be focussed on racing in many years, and details are slowly being leaked to the publicSince we showed it in June, X-Yachts has released more details...
View ArticleBest goggles: 6 of the best for open water swimming
Outdoor swimming specialist, Rowan Clarke, picks her top six swimming goggles for open water.The Best Swimming Goggles for open water swimming From pool training to open water swimming, good goggles...
View ArticleBest buys: 7 of the best swimming tow floats for open water
In the market for a new safety buoy? Outdoor swimming expert, Rowan Clarke, talks us through her best buys for open water tow floats.The best open water swimming tow floats Love or hate them, the tow...
View ArticleBest buys: 6 of the best open water swimming hats
Outdoor swimming expert, Rowan Clarke, takes us through her best buys for open water swimming hats.The best open water swimming hats tried and tested by Rowan You might be reluctant if you’ve not worn...
View Article15 of the best boats to look out for at this year’s 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 ArticleBest Duffel Bag – 17 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 ArticleBest waterproof bags for paddlesport enthusiasts
Sian Lewis, travel journalist and founder of The Girl Outdoors put her love of outdoor adventures to the test as she reviewed the best waterproof bags for paddlesport that are up to the challenge of...
View ArticleBest waterproof rucksacks – 5 top models tested
The Girl Outdoors founder, Sian Lewis, reveals her top list of rucksacks which offer plenty of room on the inside and the outside are designed to keep your essentials safe and dry.Finding luggage...
View ArticleReader exclusive deals on sat comms
We have negotiated some Yachting World time limited reader exclusive deals with Global Telesat Communications in advance of this year's ARC 2024Grab yourself a sat comms or personal locator beacon...
View ArticleThe best plus size swimming wetsuits
Plus size open water swimmer, coach and outdoor swimming expert, Rowan Clarke, tests swimming wetsuits for plus size swimmers. Here's what she found.For plus-size swimmers, wetsuit shopping can be a...
View Article7 of the best open water swimsuits for women
Open water swimmer, coach and outdoor swimming expert, Rowan Clarke, tests women's swimwear for swimming outdoors. Here are her best buys.What’s the best swimwear for outdoor swimming? And how do you...
View ArticleWorld’s Coolest Boats: The Dabchick class
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative boats of our times. Onne van der Wal nominates the Dabchick “The ‘Dabbie’ was a very popular youth boat and one of...
View ArticleWorld’s Coolest Boats: The C-Class Catamaran
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative boats of our times. Helena Darvelid nominates the C-Class Catamaran“Having been involved in the build and...
View ArticleJaro: Sailing this unique new upwind weapon
This extraordinary yacht is the culmination of a lifetime of experience by serial boat owner Jack Setton. Toby Hodges sailed the new boat, named Jaro with himIf you could own any boat, what would it...
View ArticleLinjett 36 first look: embodying timeless qualities
The new Linjett 36 features all the same things that have made the bigger Linjett 39 a success, but in a smaller, 2-cabin package One of the standout recent new yachts is the Linjett 39, which won the...
View ArticleERYD 40 XSM first look: catchily-titled 40ft racer
Due to launch in late August 2025, the catchily titled ERYD 40 XSM will be a strong contender in the popular market for 40ft race boatsThis Emanuele Rossi design builds on the success of the EYRD 30 of...
View ArticleWorld’s coolest yachts: Niñita
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Sam Davies nominates Niñita“The coolest boat of all time is called Niñita, and is a Starling...
View ArticleBest Christmas gifts for sailors: 39 top picks in 2023
Stuck for gift ideas for the sailor who has it all? Yachting World is here to help with some great ideas as we list our best gifts for sailors Are you wondering what to get the sailor in your life for...
View ArticleBest Changing Mat for swimmers and surfers – 5 tested
If you find yourself often getting changed outside in carparks or on beaches, then what you need is something to stand on and something to hold your wet gear. Outdoor swimming expert, Rowan Clarke,...
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