How Technology Changed the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers
From SSB radio in 1986 to Starlink on a Lagoon 52F, the ARC fleet now reflects every shade of the cruising tech debate.
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From SSB radio in 1986 to Starlink on a Lagoon 52F, the ARC fleet now reflects every shade of the cruising tech debate.
EP Carry’s redesigned Gen2 electric outboard delivers more thrust, modular battery options and a 20-mile range at full throttle.
Savvy Navvy adds wave height, period, and direction data in a color-coded comfort overlay for safer passage planning.
Henri-Lloyd’s updated Mav Lite Shell 2.0 brings 20K waterproof protection and PFAS-free credentials to a unisex stretch shell offered in six colorways.
The RCU-1 Wireless Autopilot Remote and WG-1 Starter Kit enable handheld helm control and a localized safety shutdown for solo offshore sailors.
The Spirit 2 electric outboard features a 3kW boost mode and hydrogeneration for cruisers and off-grid adventurers.
Forty years on, sailors reflect on whether they’d still brave the Atlantic the old-school way.
The latest E-Line electric motor adds more power, modular installation options, and quiet efficiency for boats up to 50 feet.
The collaboration integrates AI vision and vessel analytics to improve situational awareness safety and operational efficiency afloat.
Digital Yacht’s new Bilge iQ turns bilge monitoring into real-time protection for boats and the marine environment.
The new line boasts the world’s first 4-Layer Hybrid Membrane Stretch Fabric, featuring 35K waterproofness and a 17% weight reduction.
RiteAire Marine expands its whole-vessel dehumidification line with the new RAM 30 system designed for midsize cruising boats.