Fika rolls in the swell as Sophie clings to the mast. Twenty-four hours since we left Melbourne, we are sailing through Bass Strait, notorious for its gale force winds and…
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Stephens Waring 68ft Cirrus first look: Low-profile Mediterranean-style yacht
This large Spirit of Tradition yacht is another masterpiece from Belfast, Maine-based Stephens Waring Design that blends classic style with contemporary shapes below the waterline and carbon construction. The project…
Mylius 72 first look: Spacious layout with a minimalist style
This enormously powerful and spacious water-ballasted Shaun Carkeek design is intended to appeal to those who want to be competitive on the Mediterranean’s regatta scene, and also want to enjoy…
Biotherm wins Ocean Race Europe Leg 1, 2 boats still racing to finish repairs before Leg 2
Paul Meilhat‘s Biotherm was the first IMOCA 60 into Portsmouth on 14 August, closing out The Ocean Race Europe Leg 1 with maximum points. They had confidently maintained the lead since…
‘What I’ve learned from sailing half way around the world alone’
I was a man obsessed. I longed to see the sea, to sail quietly across its surface driven only by a puff of wind, to smash through the night in…
Balance 580: Art and Fast Cruising Perfected
Balance’s latest model, the Balance 580, offers owners a step change in performance, space and ergonomic living. And it’s already an impressively well-proven design, with the first two boats that…
The heart-stopping tale of one yachtswomen’s encounter with a migrant vessel at sea
Susan Smillie’s book The Half Bird tells the story of a former Guardian journalist who commits to a life at sea in the immediate wake of Brexit. Her boat is…
The ocean citizen science being carried out on yachts
There is a fierce and surprisingly passionate debate unfolding on the deck of Freeranger, our 50ft Beneteau. The question at hand is which weight to use: the big one or…
America’s Cup overhauled: Women sailors, battery power, fleet racing and more in new Protocol. Plus hope for Brits?
The much delayed Protocol for the 38th America’s Cup has – finally – been agreed and signed, and there are some radical changes within it for both the racing and…
Pogo RC Review: Planing performance for shorthanded sailors
Having raced tens of thousands of miles on 33-36ft yachts optimised for IRC racing, I’ve long been frustrated by the perception that only relatively heavy designs can be competitive offshore.…
Start Disaster as Two Boats Collide and Return Home In The Ocean Race Europe Leg One
The opening leg of The Ocean Race Europe was rocked by drama within moments of the starting gun as two of the IMOCA 60s — Team Holcim PRB and Allagrande…
4 options for sailing around the world (from easy to adventurer)
One of the biggest gifts you can give yourself is time. Time to do the things you love, time to set off on a world voyage on your own yacht.…
The Ocean Race Europe 2025: Everything you need to know
Seven teams, six weeks, five legs, one unforgettable race. For its 2025 edition, the Ocean Race Europe will bring together some of the world’s top offshore racing talent. A fleet-full…
World’s Coolest Yachts: Wallygator II
“This was the boat that represented the style of Wally and was the first large yacht really able to sail fast,” recalls Vascotto. “I remember having an iconic picture in…
Why ‘Women’s Day’ still matters – we get onboard at Cowes Week
There are moments in life when an opportunity comes your way and you have approximately two minutes to make a decision that will change the course of your day. Yesterday…
5 Expert Tips: How to recover from a bad race
You learn more from your mistakes than from your successes. But when you’ve had a bad result, how do you get past the negative emotion and start turning that into…
Content funding on Yachting World
At Future Publishing we rely on advertising to keep bringing you the content you love to read. The majority of the content on Yachting World is created solely by our…
Pegasus 67 first look: A roomier Pegasus 50 for sailing couples
The Pegasus 50 is one of the standout yachts we have trialled in recent years. It’s a brilliant design for both its performance ability in lighter breezes, and its deck…
Considering your first catamaran? Start here
Imagine sailing gin-clear waters, waking up to panoramic ocean views, and having the freedom to explore some of the most stunning sailing destinations around the world. Whether you’re drawn to…
How to learn traditional sailing skills: Why learning historic boat handling skills make you a better yacht sailor
I came to traditional sailing by accident, but now I’m here, I’m a convert. And that’s because sailing traditional boats will make you a better all-round sailor. Don’t believe me?…