First look: CNB 78 – stunning bluewater cruiser
Another bluewater cruiser that can be easily managed short-handed crew, CNB is continuing to deliver with their new CNB 78As Nicolas Claris’ photos show, CNB has produced a sympathetic replacement to...
View ArticleFirst look: Grand Soleil 65LC
The new Grand Soleil 65LC looks like a seriously imposing and rapid shape with cool and elegant finishing below. Toby Hodges reports.Welcome to another smoking hot new launch from Grand Soleil, the...
View ArticleBest yacht 2024: European Yacht of the Year winners
Toby Hodges is one of the 12 strong jury who tested each of the 21 shortlisted boats aiming to be crowned best yacht 2024. He gives his verdict on the winners and nomineesIn what is dubbed as...
View ArticleCure 55 first look: Ultimate performance catamaran?
The new Cure 55 from Cure Marine has been announced and this incredibly light catamaran will likely deliver some seriously impressive performanceThe Cure 55 extremely lightweight Australian model is...
View ArticleXC47 review: is this the best bluewater cruiser ever?
The XC47 is marketed as the ‘best bluewater cruiser ever built’ – a very bold claim – but does this powerful yacht actually match the hype?We’re close-hauled in 7-10 knots of true wind, making 6-6.5...
View ArticleFareast 42C first look: full electric powered multihull
This Simonis Voogd designed Fareast 42C was conceived from the outset for full electric propulsion, although diesel power is an optionA comprehensive package from ePropulsion includes twin 20kW...
View Article11 of the best new boating products coming to you in 2024
Toby Hodges takes a look at the award-winning boating kit that will be making its way to chandleries in the coming year When it comes to boating kit and technology, the show that consistently delivers...
View ArticleSeawind 1170 first look: 39ft passagemaking catamaran
The newly launched Seawind 1170 is smaller than many new catamaran launches but should still prove a capable passagemaking multihullOver the past few years Seawind has become increasingly well...
View ArticleNautitech 48 Open first look: last design of legend Marc Lombard
The Nautitech 48 Open is the last design from the late, great Marc Lombard and seeks to move the 'Open' concept forwardThe latest and largest model in Nautitech’s line up, Nautitech 48 Open, hit the...
View ArticleHH44 review: Taking fast multihull cruising to another level
Disruptive, innovative, and contemporary in style and technology, this electrified HH44 takes fast multihull cruising to a new level, says Toby HodgesA fast, fun catamaran that is safe and comfortable...
View ArticleBest family yacht: our pick of the best yachts for sailing with the family
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the best family yacht category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsThere are many categories in the European Yacht of the Year awards,...
View ArticleBest luxury yacht: 7 ultimate luxury cruisers you can buy
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the best luxury yacht category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsThe definition of the best luxury yacht will differ according to...
View ArticleBest catamaran and multihull: We sail the very best yachts on two and three...
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the best catamaran and multihull category in the much-anticipated European Yacht of the Year AwardsThere are many categories in the...
View ArticleThe best specialist yachts: new and interesting designs
Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the specialist yachts category in the European Yacht of the Year AwardsWhat do you do when you have yachts that are as diverse as...
View ArticleMoody 48DS first look: Monohull with multihull living
The new Moody 48DS was unveiled at Düsseldorf and slots neatly into the existing range from the Hanse groupThe latest Bill Dixon-designed decksaloon model from the Hanse group continues a...
View ArticleSeawind 1370 first look: New spacious performance multihull
The Seawind 1370 is a long awaited model following an extended Covid-related production facility shutdown, which will debut in Cannes later this yearThe market for comfortable and spacious performance...
View ArticleLagoon 60 first look: New catamaran with several innovations
The new Lagoon 60 features hull sides that hinge down offering an extremely wide area for entertaining and relaxing at anchorThis full flybridge design fills a big slot that previously existed between...
View Article5 of the best new ocean cruising catamarans for 2024
There's no slowing down in the catamaran market with several new offerings for 2024. Toby Hodges takes a look at 5 launches in 2024Explore the latest in ocean cruising catamarans for 2024 with our...
View ArticleSecond Southern Wind SW108 already in build
Just months after the delivery of its first smart custom 108-footer, Southern Wind is celebrating a second Southern Wind SW108 order which is already in buildDetails about the second Southern Wind...
View ArticleVaan R6 first look: New rugged and capable multihull
The new Vaan R6 is a 58ft multihull, which aims to allow for comfortable cruising from the poles to the Mediterranean. Toby Hodges reportsThis Dutch yard is one of a number of the multihull builders...
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