To many, the idea of that type of freedom is a huge motivator, a life goal, an idyllic retirement plan, or buzzword for a lifestyle that they aspire to. For others, such wide open liberty implies ...

Sailing fast in light airs can be a challenge in boats of a certain displacement. Tom reminisces on some innovative solutions ...

When it comes to putting together a pilot guide, Rod Heikell is acknowledged as one of the leading lights. Here he explains ...

The students of the state school Greig City Academy in Haringey have been taking the racing circuits by storm this year, with some thrilling leaderboard positions across the dinghy and keelboat ...

Many of the Sail Ionian charter yachts, especially the larger ones, are equipped with in-mast furling mainsails. For some guests, these systems are unfamiliar, or they may have experienced ...

With over 600 boats across more than 30 classes, this year’s infamous Cowes Week brought some brilliant racing to the Solent, celebrating some top-tier boats and crew. Here are the Cowes Week 2025 ...

After a long dispute, the America’s Cup Protocol has finally been agreed… Following a protracted and at times fractious period of negotiation, a protocol has been agreed between challenger and ...

Andy Rice looks ahead to a spectacular summer on the Solent, and looks at how the tide may be turning for our AI-driven world within sailing. After a 22-year hiatus, who would have thought the Admiral ...

AQUAVIT, Sail no: BEL450, Design: First 45, Class: IRC 2B, Skippers: Franklin Wagemans The leading boats of the Fastnet Race’s 51st edition have begun arriving over the Cherbourg finish line in a ...

Saffier Yachts is all about fun daysailers, right? Not any more. This company has taken that concept and shifted it to a larger canvas as Sam Jefferson discovered when he tested the Saffier SL 46. So ...

The Hanse 345 covers a lot of bases. She is large enough for extensive cruising and has a lovely, modern, well-appointed warm interior with mahogany joinery and maple floorboards with cream upholstery ...

Boatfolk’s Bangor Marina in Northern Ireland, in the heart of the City, offers highly rated marine and onshore facilities on the sunny side of Belfast Lough writes Sue Pelling. 54°40’N 5°40’W – 530 ...