Petrol vs electric outboards: 6 of the best on test
Now there are electric outboards as well as petrol motors, the choice of 2-3hp outboard engines has never been better. But which is right for you?Choosing an outboard engine for your tender used to be...
View ArticleVideo: test sailing the Allures 51.9
The alloy-hulled Allures 51.9 is set to be a much bigger boat than her predecessors, the Allures 51 and 52. Rupert Holmes and Toby Hodges reportAllures builds alloy centreboard cruisers with fibreglass...
View ArticleWorld’s coolest yachts: Rassker
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Magnus Rassy nominates Rassker“In 1983, at 16 years old, I dreamed of building my own...
View ArticleVideo: Sailing the Hallberg-Rassy HR50
With the hotly anticipated Hallbery-Rassy HR50 now on the water, Toby Hodges took one of the first boats for a test sail in France to see what makes her special The eagerly awaited first new...
View ArticleThe 5 best yachts of the year: European yacht of the year winners
The Oscars of the boatbuilding world, the European Yacht of the Year 2022, have been announced. Together they comprise the five best yachts of the year in a variety categories and, for the first time,...
View ArticleHallberg-Rassy 50 tested: ultimate refinement
The new Hallberg-Rassy 50 promises to be an ocean cruiser with ultra refined performance, volume and layout… Toby Hodges takes her for a sail to find out if there's a catch? The Hallberg-Rassy 50, the...
View ArticleFirst look: Nautitech 44 Open – an ideal bluewater cruiser
This long awaited new launch, the Nautitech 44 Open has been designed with private owners in mind over charter, which makes for an impressive family bluewater cruiserIt’s been many years since we’ve...
View ArticleFirst look: Dufour 32 – new smaller cruising yacht
It's no secret that in recent years new launches under 40ft have become rarer and rarer. So this new Dufour 32 should stand out from the competitionThe Dufour 32 is a compact new launch with...
View Article5 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...
View Article5 best performance cruisers 2022
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the performance cruisers 2022 category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsThe European Yacht of the Year awards is the most thorough...
View Article5 best luxury yachts of 2022
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the luxury yachts category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsThere are many categories in the European Yacht of the Year awards,...
View Article4 best bluewater cruisers of 2022
Thinking of heading off on a world-girdling cruise or just want to cross oceans in style? Here's the best bluewater cruisers of 2022 that will help you se off on a new life at seaThe results are in...
View Article5 best special yachts of 2022
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the special yachts category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsOften one of the most interesting categories in the European Yacht of...
View ArticleFirst look: Sunreef 43 – superyacht catamaran
The recently announced Sunreef 43 will be a luxury superyacht catamaran designed to accommodate 12 guests with a 50ft wide owners cabin Sunreef has been dropping tantalising hints for some time about a...
View ArticleFirst look: Velarca 135 – eco-friendly superyacht
The Velarca 135 is designed to provide motoryacht owners with a greener, less power-hungry alternativeBilled as the ‘next generation’ yacht for eco-conscious cruisers, the Velarca 135 combines a...
View ArticleFirst look: Southern Wind Hybrid 108
Southern Wind Hybrid 108 is a brand new sloop with diesel-electric propulsion designed by BAE Systems with significant built-in regeneration capabilityCape Town’s Southern Wind shipyard has unveiled...
View ArticleSail greener: options for more eco-friendly sails
Toby Hodges and Rupert Holmes take a look at some of the latest eco-friendly sails technology, from recycleable to recycled materials Sails are predominantly made from new plastics, chemicals and...
View ArticleOutside in: 3 Stunning superyacht designs
We showcase three of the latest 3 standout sailing superyacht designs for their ability to bring the outside inA priority with any new superyacht design should be of providing the owners with the...
View ArticleTested: OCA Outboard cover
Protect your outboard, add durability to it and deter thieves with a custom fit OCA Outboard Cover. Toby Hodges puts one to the test to find out if it does the jobFor those who keep their outboards...
View ArticleTested: 4 of the best inflatable tenders
The Yachting World team take to the water in 4 new inflatable tenders to see which will be best for you and your yachtTenders are so much more than taxis. They can add freedom, sport and exploration to...
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