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Ice 60 review: The chic Italian yacht that offers more than just style
Conceived by racing driver Marco Malgara, the Ice 60 is as cool as its nameAll photos: Andrea RizzatoStyles come and go. To stand the test of time you need something else, something more than...
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Swan 65 test: The triumphant return of a true sailing icon
Can a yacht be all things to all sailors? Give it the illustrious Swan 65 badge and maybe it canWe tested the Swan 65 in 11-18 knots off Barcelona. Photo: Klaus AndrewsIf it hadn’t been for the...
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Saffier SE37 Lounge test: A veritable supercar of the seas
How does the bold cockpit layout of this dazzling new ‘lounge’ daysailer design work? Toby Hodges sails the Saffier SE37We sailed the Saffier SE37 Lounge in 6-18 knots offshore breeze off IJmuiden. All...
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CNB 66 yacht test: Intoxicating cruiser is a cut above the mainstream
Is the CNB 66 the largest Sailing yacht that can be handled by a family crew? Toby Hodges reportsAll photos: Nicholas ClarisCongratulations. You’ve finally received that hefty bonus. Or perhaps you...
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Sailing Greenland’s frozen frontiers on 90ft modern classic superyacht Acadia
These extraordinary photos show Greenland in all its beauty, shot during a unique voyage on Mark Rohr’s 90ft sloop, one which helped spark this owner’s investigations into climate change in the marine...
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Bente 39 boat test: The German yacht that dares to be different
Bente certainly isn’t following the crowd with its new 39, but does maverick style translate into usability?And now for something different. Every now and then a boat comes along that is unusual, the...
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Kraken 66 test: Could this be the ultimate ocean cruising yacht?
What would you want in an ultimate ocean cruising yacht? Here’s Kraken’s answer“If you don’t like the weather in Cape Town, wait ten minutes,” is an adage the local skipper of the first Kraken 66 told...
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Grand Soleil 48P boat test: A yacht you’ll feel privileged to helm
Can one new performance design appeal to many tastes? Toby Hodges explores the ideas and multifarious options offered on the new Grand Soleil 48PWe tested the Grand Soleil 48P off Portopiccolo in 4-13...
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JPK 45 boat test: A performance cruiser that provides memorable enjoyment
This quirky French cruiser has the soul of a race yacht and is full of innovations. Toby Hodges sails the JPK 45Pascal and Alexis Loison entered the sailing history books in 2013 for an extraordinary...
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Naish inflatable wing-surfer: The crazy water toy you didn’t know you needed
An inflatable handheld wing that’s a cross between windsurfing and kitesurfing rigs, the Naish wing-surfer is refreshingly straightforwardThe Wing-Surfer uses a one-point inflation system and deflates...
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Garcia Exploration 52 test: The sailing equivalent of a 4×4 off-roader
Toby Hodges test sails the Garcia Exploration 52 – a bluewater adventure cruiser that is made of stern stuffIf you were to take your partner or family to some of the world’s most remote waters,...
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Kiboko Tres: This 105ft carbon superyacht delivers the full sailing experience
A superyacht with a performance yacht feel, the SW105 Kiboko Tres is a winning combination of experienced owner, semi-custom design and clever buildKiboko is a powerful boat which can handle high...
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Advanced Yachts A80: Lightweight luxury cruiser can sail in the lightest breeze
Toby Hodges is impressed with the power and poise of this wonderfully slippery new design from Italian yard Advanced YachtsWe tested the A80 in 3-5 knots off Cannes. Photos: Carlo BorlenghiA multitude...
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41 great Christmas gift ideas for sailors – our pick of the very best kit
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas for the sailor who has it all? Yachting World is here to help with 41 great ideas Are you wondering what to get the sailor in your life for Christmas? Here is our pick of...
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Rustler 57 review: This traditional British cruiser was built to rule the waves
Rustler’s stunning new flagship, the Rustler 57 may cause you to re-evaluate what comfort is all about when cruisingWe tested the Rustler 57 in 5-25 knot westerlies in the harbour and around Falmouth...
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Oyster 565 yacht test: This bluewater cruiser marks the rebirth of a legend
Is this Oyster 565 the boat that secures the British yard’s future? Toby Hodges takes an exclusive test sailWe tested the Oyster 565 off Barcelona in 11-20 knots. Photo: Brian CarlinFor the sake of...
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And the winners of the European Yacht of the Year 2020 are…
Having tested 15 yachts shortlisted for the European Yacht of the Year 2020 awards, Toby Hodges reveals the winners and why they won Yachting World has been a jury member for the European Yacht of the...
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Spirit Yachts 52D: This stripped-back racer is a wolf in sheep’s clothing
Oui Fling is a Spirit Yachts 52D, a stripped-out spirit of tradition racer custom built for Irvine Laidlaw for racing in the SolentIt may have been high season on the Solent, but among the eclectic mix...
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Nixon Base Tide Pro review: Rugged watch gives local tides at a glance
The Nixon Base Tide Pro is a durable sports watch that’s ideal for anyone wanting a clear reference to local tides. Toby Hodges puts it through a six-month testI live in a tidal area, where the height...
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Bavaria C42 yacht tour: Inside the boat they queued for hours to see
If the number of visitors waiting in line to see the new Bavaria C42 at Boot Dusseldorf 2020 is anything to go by, the German yard is on its way to restoring its name as the top value cruising...
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