Over under sea surface sharks,tropical fish and bird ,Pacific oc
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.
Jamie Gifford teaching safety
Knowledge Is the Best Life Raft: Why Smart Sailors Stay Safe
No matter how advanced your boat or gear, when it comes to cruising, the most valuable tool aboard is a well-educated sailor.
Windelo 54 at sea
A Greener Machine: Windelo 54 Boat Review
The Windelo 54 offers a boatload of innovative, eco-friendly elements to reduce its carbon footprint at anchor and underway.
Boat of the Year 2025 testing
A Worthy Successor: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 350 Raises the Bar
Jeanneau’s new Sun Odyssey 350 blends innovation and performance to follow in the award-winning wake of the bestselling 349.
TrawlerFest
Curious About Cruising Under Power? TrawlerFest Returns to Anacortes This May
Seminars and in-water trawler tours offer inspiration—and education—for sailors considering the switch.
Sydney, Australia
A Sydney Story: Sailing, Family, and a Life Well Traveled
From racing yachts to raising a daughter, a sailor reflects on the harbor that shaped his journey—both on the water and off.
Boat testing the Catalina 426
Categorically Catalinas: 6 Series Delivers Classic Cruising with a Modern Edge
Catalina’s 356 and 426 models blend trusted design with smart upgrades—retooled for the adventures of today’s sailors.
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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Sailboats

Windelo 54 at sea
A Greener Machine: Windelo 54 Boat Review
The Windelo 54 offers a boatload of innovative, eco-friendly elements to reduce its carbon footprint at anchor and underway.
Boat of the Year 2025 testing
A Worthy Successor: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 350 Raises the Bar
Jeanneau’s new Sun Odyssey 350 blends innovation and performance to follow in the award-winning wake of the bestselling 349.
Boat testing the Catalina 426
Categorically Catalinas: 6 Series Delivers Classic Cruising with a Modern Edge
Catalina’s 356 and 426 models blend trusted design with smart upgrades—retooled for the adventures of today’s sailors.
Windelo 55 Sport rendering
Two Debuts from Windelo
French builder Windelo introduces the Windelo 51 Sport and Windelo 55 Sport.
Render of Outremer 48
Meet the Outremer 48
The French catamaran builder has unveiled the Outremer 48 after teasing it at recent boat shows.
Excess 13
Excess 13 Unveiled
The Excess 13 is a 42-foot cruising catamaran that is capable of long-distance bluewater cruising.
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Hands-On Sailor

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.
Removing paint from the mast
Shining Armor: 4 Years of Real-World Nyalic Mast Protection
After four years aboard, these sailors reveal how Nyalic held up as a clear-coat protectant for their aluminum mast.
Cargo Ship Sailing Through Misty Ocean at Dusk Mysterious and Powerful Industrial Transportation in Serene Landscape
The Rules That Save Lives: Common Sense is a Sailor's Best Safety Tool
It is every sailor’s responsibility to know the rules of the road and follow them, to prevent collisions and save lives.
Man steering a sailboat
Steer Clear of Trouble: A Spring Steering Checkup
Before heading offshore, it’s important to inspect your steering system for wear, corrosion and proper function.
Catamaran sailing to the Caribbean
Smooth Sailing on the Thorny Path
Smart timing and weather-savvy planning make the Thorny Path to the Caribbean smoother—and even enjoyable.
Stainless steel with corrosion
Crevice Corrosion: The Hidden Threat in Your Rigging
Trapped water can make stainless steel vulnerable. Learn how to prevent crevice corrosion before it leads to failure.
Making sail repairs
Sail Repairs That Keep You Sailing
DIY repairs can get you farther than you realize if you suffer a tear in a place where there is no sailmaker.
Original ketch
Rewiring an Old Boat from the Ground Up
Updating the electrical wiring on an old 45-foot Down East ketch was a rewarding DIY challenge for this seasoned boat owner.
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Destinations

Over under sea surface sharks,tropical fish and bird ,Pacific oc
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.
Father and daughter walking on the beach
Minerva Reef: An Underwater Oasis in the South Pacific
This remote South Pacific atoll anchorage offers wild, unspoiled beauty and for sailors adventurous enough to seek it out.
Scuba diving a shipwreck
7 Best Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Spots in Grenada
From shipwrecks to underwater sculptures, these must-visit dive sites in Grenada offer thrilling experiences for snorkelers and...
Aerial view of island in the Kingdom of Tonga
Hitch-Sailing: A Ticket to Cruising Paradise?
Hitchhiking the high seas of the Pacific as volunteer crew is an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the world.
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Cruising Lifestyle

Over under sea surface sharks,tropical fish and bird ,Pacific oc
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.
Jamie Gifford teaching safety
Knowledge Is the Best Life Raft: Why Smart Sailors Stay Safe
No matter how advanced your boat or gear, when it comes to cruising, the most valuable tool aboard is a well-educated sailor.
TrawlerFest
Curious About Cruising Under Power? TrawlerFest Returns to Anacortes This May
Seminars and in-water trawler tours offer inspiration—and education—for sailors considering the switch.
Sydney, Australia
A Sydney Story: Sailing, Family, and a Life Well Traveled
From racing yachts to raising a daughter, a sailor reflects on the harbor that shaped his journey—both on the water and off.
pepperoni pizza on a plate
Grilled Pizza Bliss: The Perfect Post-Boatwork Treat
Too hot to cook down below? This easy grilled pizza hit the spot after a long, sweaty day of boatwork in the Mexican sun.
Empty whiskey bottle
From Bottle to Bond: A 4,400-Mile Message Connects Sailors and a Fijian Family
A message in a bottle links a Pacific sailing crew with a Fijian foreman in a story of chance, hope and human connection.
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Leopard 46

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Brokerage

Sailboat on the water at sunrise
Ode to Matsya: Classic Sailboat Seeks a New Steward
Own a piece of sailing history—Matsya, a classic Herreshoff Marlin, is ready for a new steward to cherish her timeless grace.
Bluewater cruising
How to Pick the Right Boat for Island-Hopping Bliss
BVI-based yacht broker Ted Reshetiloff shares expert tips on boat shopping, Caribbean cruising and navigating yacht ownership...
Yacht sailing in an open sea at sunset.
How to Buy a Boat: Smart Tips for Smooth Sailing
These tips for selecting the right ride will help you feel happier, safer and smarter out on the water.
Yachtr
Brokerage Platform “Yachtr” Launches
Yachtr gives brokers a new option to list their yachts, and potential buyers an intuitive platform to browse available yachts...
Annapolis Boat Show
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.
Lagoon catamaran on the ocean
Lagoon is Renovating Older Catamarans
The program is called Neo, and boats that go through it come with a new manufacturer’s warranty.
Boat show
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.
Hylas 47 sailing
Pre-Owned: 1988 Hylas 47
The bluewater-capable sailing yacht Onegin offers a combination of classic design, modern amenities and exceptional seaworthiness.
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Gear & Electronics

Seldén Mast rig
Seldén Mast Introduces U.S. Online Store for Sailing Spare Parts
Sailors can now access Seldén Mast’s genuine parts directly online across the contiguous U.S., enhancing convenience.
Dingy on the water
Dinghy Shopping for Caribbean Cruising: What To Look For
There are lots of options for dinghies. Here’s my advice after years of Caribbean cruising and a recent tour of new boat-show...
Atlas 190 DLX Hammar Life Jacket
Mustang Survival Unveils New Gear
The Atlas 190 DLX Hammar Life Jacket and redesigned Meris Collection are made for safer, more comfortable sailing.
Warning view
PredictWind Adds Extreme Weather Alerts
Real-time mobile notifications are now available for extreme weather forecasts issued by GMDSS.
Man on sailboat wearing PFD
Mustang Survival Unveils New Inflatable PFDs
Mustang Survival unveils a new line of inflatable PFDs designed for offshore, coastal, and inshore use—plus a PFD for anglers...
Mustang Survival gear
Mustang Survival’s Meris Collection
The new Mustang Survival Meris Jacket & Salopette deliver waterproof, breathable protection for serious coastal and offshore sailors.
LandAirSea 54 Tracker app
Dinghy Defense 101
A $10 tracker could save you from a $500 ransom in the Caribbean, or anywhere. Here's how it works.
Reflex cabeless
How to Age in Place on Your Boat: Upgrades for Safer, Easier Sailing
As sailors get older, they might fear having to sell the boat they love, but an equipment upgrade could be the solution.
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Le Boat chartering the Canal du Midi
Le Boat Announces “Discover France”
New for 2025, the company is offering additional experiences in the historic canals of France.
Catamaran in the gulf of Mexico
La Paz, Mexico, Open for Charter with The Moorings
Bareboat and skippered charters aboard sail and power catamarans are available for winter 2024 departures.
Dubrovnik
Sunsail Expands Charter/Flotilla Options in Croatia and Greece
Sunsail has announced new flotilla offerings: a week’s voyage from Dubrovnik, Croatia, and a new flotilla route from Lefkas, Greece.
Aerial shot of Raiatea
Cruising Tahiti: A Party in Paradise
When someone invites you to tag along for a birthday sailing adventure in French Polynesia, well, you’ve just got to go. Right?
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