The first of two four-boat classes in the BOTY 2024 competition, the Midsize Cruiser division was stacked with entries from a quartet of longtime marine-industry veterans, all of whom have been dependably delivering yachts in this size range for eons.
Jeanneau has long enjoyed a strong reputation for building boats that sail exceedingly well. With the Jeanneau 55, Cruising World‘s 2024 Best Overall Boat of the Year, the French boatbuilder has changed the game once again.
Beneteau’s Oceanis 37.1, a featured nominee for Cruising World’s 2024 Boat of the Year Award, sails well with a shorthanded crew, making it a great option for a family, or a cruising couple who would like to host guests.
With sweet, early autumn sailing conditions on Chesapeake Bay, a strong fleet of 19 contenders competed for top honors in our annual Boat of the Year competition. Once the spray had settled and the votes were tallied, the judges awarded prizes in seven categories for monohulls and multihulls.
Immerse yourself in the philosophy of Battista “Pinin” Farina as it comes to life in this harmonious blend of form and function, offering a spacious, light-filled haven for families at sea.
In a vote cast exclusively by the general public, the Outremer 52 topped four other worthy contenders in this year’s Best Multihull category.
These four dinghies have features and options that can add safety and fun to any mothership.
Two brothers find meaning in the past during a voyage with their 91-year-old father and his newest, unnamed boat.
The Excess 14 catamaran stepped up and delivered a punch, despite nearly calm conditions, providing a hint of the fun a good breeze might deliver.
The Oyster 495 is an impressive, new entry-level model from this builder of bigger, higher-end sailing yachts.
The technical details of the boat’s construction are compelling, but as a grander yarn, the creation of At Last is a tale of family, collaboration and friendship.
Recent times have been tough for American production boatbuilders, but the Tartan 455, born on the shores of Lake Erie, is a testament to old-school Midwestern gumption.
The first of two four-boat classes in the BOTY 2024 competition, the Midsize Cruiser division was stacked with entries from a quartet of longtime marine-industry veterans, all of whom have been dependably delivering yachts in this size range for eons.
Jeanneau has long enjoyed a strong reputation for building boats that sail exceedingly well. With the Jeanneau 55, Cruising World‘s 2024 Best Overall Boat of the Year, the French boatbuilder has changed the game once again.
Beneteau’s Oceanis 37.1, a featured nominee for Cruising World’s 2024 Boat of the Year Award, sails well with a shorthanded crew, making it a great option for a family, or a cruising couple who would like to host guests.
With sweet, early autumn sailing conditions on Chesapeake Bay, a strong fleet of 19 contenders competed for top honors in our annual Boat of the Year competition. Once the spray had settled and the votes were tallied, the judges awarded prizes in seven categories for monohulls and multihulls.
Immerse yourself in the philosophy of Battista “Pinin” Farina as it comes to life in this harmonious blend of form and function, offering a spacious, light-filled haven for families at sea.
In a vote cast exclusively by the general public, the Outremer 52 topped four other worthy contenders in this year’s Best Multihull category.
These four dinghies have features and options that can add safety and fun to any mothership.
Two brothers find meaning in the past during a voyage with their 91-year-old father and his newest, unnamed boat.
The Excess 14 catamaran stepped up and delivered a punch, despite nearly calm conditions, providing a hint of the fun a good breeze might deliver.
The Oyster 495 is an impressive, new entry-level model from this builder of bigger, higher-end sailing yachts.
The technical details of the boat’s construction are compelling, but as a grander yarn, the creation of At Last is a tale of family, collaboration and friendship.
Recent times have been tough for American production boatbuilders, but the Tartan 455, born on the shores of Lake Erie, is a testament to old-school Midwestern gumption.
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