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ARC’s start from the Canaries to St. Lucia

Cruising sailors are embracing competition, thanks to faster boats, better tech, and events that blend racing with adventure.

Aiming for Mexico—Our Six-Part Saga

Part 3: A 48-hour deadline we didn’t expect to encounter upon our landfall at Ensenada.

X-Yachts Launches High-Performance Racer/Cruiser

The XR 41 combines cutting-edge technology with modular versatility to deliver optimal performance for both racing and cruising sailors.

Troubleshooting Marine Electronics Aboard

Know what to do when electronics glitch offshore—troubleshooting skills can save your gear, your sanity, and even your boat.

rendering of the Hanse 360 ST under sail

Hanse Yachts Unveils Performance-Focused Hanse 360 ST

Hanse introduces a sportier evolution of its midsize 360 cruiser, featuring new rigging, keel, and deck upgrades for more spirited...

4,000 Miles to Home: A Pacific Passage to Alaska

A longhaul sail from the Marshall Islands to Alaska tests a small crew’s grit and spirit on the vast, unforgiving Pacific.

Joool Launches Smart Energy Systems

The company is already working with Fountaine Pajot, Dufour Yachts and Leopard Catamarans.

Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show Shines

The event, held in late April, brought notable boats, seminars and more to the Annapolis City Dock in Maryland.

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Sailboats

X-Yachts Launches High-Performance Racer/Cruiser

The XR 41 combines cutting-edge technology with modular versatility to deliver optimal performance for both racing and cruising...

Hanse Yachts Unveils Performance-Focused Hanse 360 ST

Hanse introduces a sportier evolution of its midsize 360 cruiser, featuring new rigging, keel, and deck upgrades for more spirited...

Oyster Yachts Unveils New 80-Foot Bluewater Cruiser, the Oyster 805

The new Oyster 805 blends superyacht features and long-range cruising capability in a sub-24-meter, customizable sailing platform.

Catalina Yachts Enters a New Era Under Daedalus Yachts’ Michael Reardon

Longtime American brands Catalina and True North find new ownership—and renewed ambition.

Meet the 68-Foot Cirrus

Maine’s Stephens Waring Design penned this carbon cruiser built by James Betts Enterprises in the Pacific Northwest.

A Greener Machine: Windelo 54 Boat Review

The Windelo 54 offers a boatload of innovative, eco-friendly elements to reduce its carbon footprint at anchor and underway.

Hands-On Sailor

Troubleshooting Marine Electronics Aboard

Know what to do when electronics glitch offshore—troubleshooting skills can save your gear, your sanity, and even your boat.

Power Check: Prevent Onboard Electrical Failures Before They Strike

Avoid fires, failures, and costly delays this summer with a spring inspection of your boat’s DC and AC electrical systems.

Shining Armor: 4 Years of Real-World Nyalic Mast Protection

After four years aboard, these sailors reveal how Nyalic held up as a clear-coat protectant for their aluminum mast.

Cargo Ship Sailing Through Misty Ocean at Dusk Mysterious and Powerful Industrial Transportation in Serene Landscape

The Rules That Save Lives: Common Sense is a Sailor's Best Safety Tool

It is every sailor’s responsibility to know the rules of the road and follow them, to prevent collisions and save lives.

Steer Clear of Trouble: A Spring Steering Checkup

Before heading offshore, it’s important to inspect your steering system for wear, corrosion and proper function.

Smooth Sailing on the Thorny Path

Smart timing and weather-savvy planning make the Thorny Path to the Caribbean smoother—and even enjoyable.

Crevice Corrosion: The Hidden Threat in Your Rigging

Trapped water can make stainless steel vulnerable. Learn how to prevent crevice corrosion before it leads to failure.

Sail Repairs That Keep You Sailing

DIY repairs can get you farther than you realize if you suffer a tear in a place where there is no sailmaker.

Destinations

Over under sea surface sharks,tropical fish and bird ,Pacific oc

Liquid Courage: Staring Down Sharks in the South Pacific

In the heart of the Tuamotus, I jumped into shark-infested waters—and found awe, peace and the power to face my deepest fear.

Father and daughter walking on the beach

Minerva Reef: An Underwater Oasis in the South Pacific

This remote South Pacific atoll anchorage offers wild, unspoiled beauty and for sailors adventurous enough to seek it out.

7 Best Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Spots in Grenada

From shipwrecks to underwater sculptures, these must-visit dive sites in Grenada offer thrilling experiences for snorkelers and...

Aerial view of island in the Kingdom of Tonga

Hitch-Sailing: A Ticket to Cruising Paradise?

Hitchhiking the high seas of the Pacific as volunteer crew is an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the world.

Cruising Lifestyle

The Competitive Cruiser?

Cruising sailors are embracing competition, thanks to faster boats, better tech, and events that blend racing with adventure.

Aiming for Mexico—Our Six-Part Saga

Part 3: A 48-hour deadline we didn’t expect to encounter upon our landfall at Ensenada.

4,000 Miles to Home: A Pacific Passage to Alaska

A longhaul sail from the Marshall Islands to Alaska tests a small crew’s grit and spirit on the vast, unforgiving Pacific.

Joool Launches Smart Energy Systems

The company is already working with Fountaine Pajot, Dufour Yachts and Leopard Catamarans.

Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show Shines

The event, held in late April, brought notable boats, seminars and more to the Annapolis City Dock in Maryland.

Sailing Avocet: Aiming for Mexico—Our Six-Part Saga

Part 2: A VHF radio call in the night, and a dangerous series of hazards to navigate.

Brokerage

Ode to Matsya: Classic Sailboat Seeks a New Steward

Own a piece of sailing history—Matsya, a classic Herreshoff Marlin, is ready for a new steward to cherish her timeless grace.

How to Pick the Right Boat for Island-Hopping Bliss

BVI-based yacht broker Ted Reshetiloff shares expert tips on boat shopping, Caribbean cruising and navigating yacht ownership...

How to Buy a Boat: Smart Tips for Smooth Sailing

These tips for selecting the right ride will help you feel happier, safer and smarter out on the water.

Brokerage Platform “Yachtr” Launches

Yachtr gives brokers a new option to list their yachts, and potential buyers an intuitive platform to browse available yachts...

Finding Real Joy in Boat Ownership

The happiest days in most boat owners’ lives, it turns out, have nothing to do with buying or selling the boat.

Lagoon is Renovating Older Catamarans

The program is called Neo, and boats that go through it come with a new manufacturer’s warranty.

Best Practices for Boat-Show Shopping

So many sailors make the same mistakes. Here’s how to get not only the boat you love, but also the boat you need.

Pre-Owned: 1988 Hylas 47

The bluewater-capable sailing yacht Onegin offers a combination of classic design, modern amenities and exceptional seaworthiness.

Gear & Electronics

Troubleshooting Marine Electronics Aboard

Know what to do when electronics glitch offshore—troubleshooting skills can save your gear, your sanity, and even your boat.

Four Seas Reimagines the Folding RIB

This new folding, inflatable RIB is called the Fore Runner and comes in two sizes.

RemigoOne Electric Outboard Launches in North America

Lightweight, award-winning, and cable-free, the RemigoOne 3 hp electric outboard is now available to U.S. and Canadian boaters.

Seldén Expands Carbon-Fiber Mast Production

Seldén Mast opens a new carbon-fiber production hall in France to boost output and meet rising demand for performance spars.

Helly Hansen SS25 Collection Drops

The new products arrive as Helly Hansen continues to be the official apparel provider for The Ocean Race.

Seldén Mast Introduces U.S. Online Store for Sailing Spare Parts

Sailors can now access Seldén Mast’s genuine parts directly online across the contiguous U.S., enhancing convenience.

Dinghy Shopping for Caribbean Cruising: What To Look For

There are lots of options for dinghies. Here’s my advice after years of Caribbean cruising and a recent tour of new boat-show...

Mustang Survival Unveils New Gear

The Atlas 190 DLX Hammar Life Jacket and redesigned Meris Collection are made for safer, more comfortable sailing.

Charter

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Le Boat Announces “Discover France”

New for 2025, the company is offering additional experiences in the historic canals of France.

La Paz, Mexico, Open for Charter with The Moorings

Bareboat and skippered charters aboard sail and power catamarans are available for winter 2024 departures.

Sunsail Expands Charter/Flotilla Options in Croatia and Greece

Sunsail has announced new flotilla offerings: a week’s voyage from Dubrovnik, Croatia, and a new flotilla route from Lefkas, Greece.

Cruising Tahiti: A Party in Paradise

When someone invites you to tag along for a birthday sailing adventure in French Polynesia, well, you’ve just got to go. Right?

Sailboats

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Cruising Lifestyle

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Brokerage

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Charter

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