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DIY Shore Water Safety System for Boats
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Allegiant Crew Selfie
All-Women Crew Makes History in 2025 Annapolis-Newport Race
Skipper Maryline Bossar and her J/42 crew become the first all-women team to complete the 475-mile offshore classic.
Boat Sailing in Center of Storm Formation
Sea Tow Shares Hurricane Prep Tips for Boaters
Sea Tow offers expert advice to help boaters secure vessels and minimize damage during the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
St. Thomas International Regatta
STIR Sets 2026 Dates for Easter Weekend, April 3–5
The St. Thomas International Regatta returns to Easter Weekend in 2026, continuing a cherished tradition for racers and families alike.
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USVI Charter Industry Responds to BVI Fee Hike with Call for Reciprocity
VIPCA urges USVI to match BVI charter fees, warning of job losses and economic fallout if no reciprocal action is taken.
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Row Hard, Sail Harder
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In the hypercompetitive world of offshore solo yacht racing, Ambre Hasson is charting her own ambitious course.
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Neel 52 Trimaran Review: A Game-Changer for Performance Cruisers
The Neel 52 redefines what’s possible in multihull cruising, blending volume, comfort, and offshore-ready performance.
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Neel 52 Trimaran Review: A Game-Changer for Performance Cruisers
The Neel 52 redefines what’s possible in multihull cruising, blending volume, comfort, and offshore-ready performance.
Domani S32 Lounge on the water
Domani S32: A Modern Take on the Classic Daysailer
With a twin-helm layout, clean cockpit, and modern styling, the Domani S32 Lounge brings a fresh take to daysailing in style.
Vision 444 ES seatrial
Built to Thrill: Vision 444 ES Seatrial Report
The Vision 444 ES catamaran blends liveaboard luxury with true offshore performance for adventurous cruising couples.
ORC 52.2 rendering
ORC Launches Updated 52.2 Cruising Catamaran
The redesigned ORC 52.2 is a lightweight, performance-focused cruising cat built with offshore capability and liveaboard comfort...
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Tortue 147 Rethinks the Cruising Cat
Aluminum cruising catamaran Tortue 147 debuts with rugged construction, smart systems, and long-range liveaboard capability.
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Hybrid Option Coming to the Excess 11
Excess adds hybrid-electric propulsion to its entry-level catamaran, offering quiet cruising and extended range.
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How to Stay Calm and Survive Onboard Emergencies at Sea
Veteran sailor Jimmy Cornell shares how staying calm and prepared can turn onboard emergencies into survivable events.
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How to Build the Right Crew for Offshore Sailing
Before setting sail, align expectations, roles, and safety plans to ensure smooth sailing and strong relationships offshore.
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Man Overboard: What Every Sailor Needs to Know
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How to De-Winterize Your Diesel Engine for Spring Sailing
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Corrosion Confusion: Why Your Anode Advice Might Be Wrong
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Troubleshooting Marine Electronics Aboard
Know what to do when electronics glitch offshore—troubleshooting skills can save your gear, your sanity, and even your boat.
Ring terminal
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.
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Destinations

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Row Hard, Sail Harder
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Safe Harbor Acquires Christophe Harbour Marina in St. Kitts
Safe Harbor adds Christophe Harbour Marina in St. Kitts, expanding premium services for cruising boats in the Eastern Caribbean.
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Bitter End Yacht Club Expands Shoreside Accommodations
The North Sound favorite adds new beach bungalows and marina lofts, with more amenities on the horizon.
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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.
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AI Tech Aims to Protect Atlantic Whales from Ship Strikes
SEA.AI partners with European scientists to track surfacing whales and reduce collisions along busy maritime routes.
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Yachtr gives brokers a new option to list their yachts, and potential buyers an intuitive platform to browse available yachts...
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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.
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Lagoon is Renovating Older Catamarans
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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.
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Pre-Owned: 1988 Hylas 47
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Gear & Electronics

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Drone-Ready MOB Device Gets Real-World Test
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TEMO Drops More Powerful Electric Outboard for Sailboats and Dinghies
TEMO’s new 1000 electric outboard doubles the power of the award-winning 450—perfect for dinghies and sailboats up to 26 feet.
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Sailsense Launches a Smarter, Simpler Logbook for Your Boat
A new digital logbook from Sailsense automatically tracks voyages, alerts, and maintenance—no manual entry required.
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Troubleshooting Marine Electronics Aboard
Know what to do when electronics glitch offshore—troubleshooting skills can save your gear, your sanity, and even your boat.
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Four Seas Reimagines the Folding RIB
This new folding, inflatable RIB is called the Fore Runner and comes in two sizes.
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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.
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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.
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Le Boat Announces “Discover France”
New for 2025, the company is offering additional experiences in the historic canals of France.
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La Paz, Mexico, Open for Charter with The Moorings
Bareboat and skippered charters aboard sail and power catamarans are available for winter 2024 departures.
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Sunsail Expands Charter/Flotilla Options in Croatia and Greece
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