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Oceanco reveals 10 superyacht gadgets worthy of a James Bond film

The 110m Oceanco megayacht Kaos docked in London. Photo: Tom Van Oossanen

Princess Y72 first look: Punchy performance tops off a very appealing cocktail

Twin 1,650hp MAN V12s propel the Princess Y72 to a top speed of 34 knots

Brittany boating guide: Princess owners explore France’s rugged west coast

All photos: Colin Le Conte / David Corson

Custom Line Navetta 30 first look: Timeless style puts emphasis back on boating

Clean exterior lines are deliberately timeless

Princess 30M superyacht tour: This raised pilothouse raised the bar

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Sunseeker 90 Ocean first look: Voluminous yacht boasts spectacular outdoor spaces

The first exterior photos of the finished
90 Ocean show off its bold new proportions

The 110m Oceanco megayacht Kaos docked in London. Photo: Tom Van Oossanen

Oceanco reveals 10 superyacht gadgets worthy of a James Bond film

Twin 1,650hp MAN V12s propel the Princess Y72 to a top speed of 34 knots

Princess Y72 first look: Punchy performance tops off a very appealing cocktail

All photos: Colin Le Conte / David Corson

Brittany boating guide: Princess owners explore France’s rugged west coast

Clean exterior lines are deliberately timeless

Custom Line Navetta 30 first look: Timeless style puts emphasis back on boating

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The Backside of Normal: a sailing life of adventure – Book review

The Journeying Moon: Book review

Waterproof backpack tested: Red Paddle 30 litre

We tied the waterproof backpack to an anchor to pull it underwater. It only let in a tiny amount of water. Credit: Theo Stocker

Young people impacted by COVID-19 offered sailing

Up to 50 young people aged between 18-35 are being invited to apply for a place on the sailing programme being run by the Clipper Race and Our Isles and Oceans. Credit: Matthew Dickens/imagecomms

B&G partner with Sail Britain on yacht refit

Sail Britain's expedition yacht is a Sigma 41

Seagrass restoration trial begins in Falmouth Harbour

The seagrass regeneration area is just outside of Flushing. Credit: Getty

The Backside of Normal: a sailing life of adventure – Book review

The Journeying Moon: Book review

We tied the waterproof backpack to an anchor to pull it underwater. It only let in a tiny amount of water. Credit: Theo Stocker

Waterproof backpack tested: Red Paddle 30 litre

Up to 50 young people aged between 18-35 are being invited to apply for a place on the sailing programme being run by the Clipper Race and Our Isles and Oceans. Credit: Matthew Dickens/imagecomms

Young people impacted by COVID-19 offered sailing

North Sea weather: Chris Tibbs give his advice

North Sails clothing: A sailing kit revolution?

Ocean Race Europe: Leg two finish sets up close final leg

First look: Rapido 50 folding trimaran

The potent-looking Rapido 50, shown in its folded state

Food for sailing: Our guide to the best options

Clarisse Cremer delights in fresh citrus during the 2020/21 Vendee Globe

Ngoni for sale: Stunning sailing superyacht yours for £45m…

Photo: Breed Media

North Sea weather: Chris Tibbs give his advice

North Sails clothing: A sailing kit revolution?

Ocean Race Europe: Leg two finish sets up close final leg

The potent-looking Rapido 50, shown in its folded state

First look: Rapido 50 folding trimaran

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Copper antifouling: Will it corrode my metal hull? Our expert answers your question

When using Coppercoat follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully, especially if painting a steel yacht

Wild swimming and sewage – beware, red flags don’t always mean rough seas

A beautiful morning at Boscombe beach but the red flags are flying

Antifouling – when is it time to scrape back? Maximus survey begins…

Should I get a bow thruster? Our expert answers your question

Installing a through-hull bow thruster is fairly straightforward but not a job for the fainthearted

Seasickness remedies: 20 ways to fight mal de mer without medication

Michelle suffered extreme seasickness for four days and four nights in the Bay of Biscay

Best electric outboard motors: 9 of the best options on the market

Portable electric outboards have no trouble moving even quite large hulls with relatively little power. This is an ePropulsion 1kW unit pushing a day sailer quite happily. Photo: Bill Doster

When using Coppercoat follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully, especially if painting a steel yacht

Copper antifouling: Will it corrode my metal hull? Our expert answers your question

A beautiful morning at Boscombe beach but the red flags are flying

Wild swimming and sewage – beware, red flags don’t always mean rough seas

Antifouling – when is it time to scrape back? Maximus survey begins…

Installing a through-hull bow thruster is fairly straightforward but not a job for the fainthearted

Should I get a bow thruster? Our expert answers your question

Videos

From practical boating, boat tests and cruising to amazing marine footage, we’ve collected the best videos

Followtheboat: Night anchor watch in a pirate zone

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Followtheboat: Running aground and sailing defensively in pirate waters

Jungle sailing: Followtheboat on hitting logs and running aground

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Sailing up river: Followtheboat go in search of elephants and monkeys

Sailing up river: Followtheboat take their sailboat into the Malaysian jungle

Boat test videos

VIDEO: How To - Drive an IPS boat

How To use IPS

Boat test: Bénéteau Swift Trawler 47

Beneteau Swift Trawler 47 exterior

VIDEO: Used Boat - Princess 52

Princess 52

Sailing skills

Sail trim in light airs: 7 tips to keep you sailing

Minimal helm movements and judicious avoidance of waves or powerboat wash will help keep the way on. Credit: Graham Snook/Yachting Monthly

John Parker, owner of the OneSails GBR (East) loft shares his top tips on sail trim to make the most of sailing in light airsMinimal…

How to sail your boat in a summer breeze

Should you point up more, or ease off and go for speed? The answer will depend on your particular boat and the conditions on the day. Credit: Graham Snook

Some boats are better in a breeze than others, but a better understanding of your boat can keep you sailing for longer, says Julian WolframShould…

Gear reviews

Best electric outboard motors: 9 of the best options on the market

Portable electric outboards have no trouble moving even quite large hulls with relatively little power. This is an ePropulsion 1kW unit pushing a day sailer quite happily. Photo: Bill Doster

Electric outboard motors (where the motor is outside the hull) fall into three distinct categories, with some overlap: standard electric outboard, rim drives and pod…

Electric outboard motors: How new tech is weaning boat owners off fossil fuels

Electric outboards allow exploration of idyllic waterways in almost total silence

Jake Kavanagh looks at how the burgeoning electric market for electric outboard motors is paving the way for more widespread electric propulsionElectric outboards allow exploration…

Google Maps for boats? Orca Co-pilot is taking on the big names in navigation

Simply click on a destination and the software will calculate the quickest safe route

Is this aerodynamic A2V catamaran the shape of yachts to come?

The wing-shaped A2V is at its most efficient when cruising at a sustained 45 knots unlike most planing craft which lose efficiency at speed

Boating gear: What kit do I need to get out on the water?

There's a lot of boating gear out there, but we've picked out what we think are the absolute essentials. Photo: Getty Images

Selva outboards introduces new 200hp model for 2021 season

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Is now the time for a more environmentally sensitive antifoul?

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Expert advice

Best anchors: 7 new generation designs suitable for every type of boat

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Best hull cleaners buying guide: how to add sparkle above and below the water

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Best boating apps: 9 essential downloads for iPhone and Android

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Best EPIRB: 4 emergency beacons to keep you safe at sea

Gill Deckhand sailing Gloves

Gill Deckhand and Championship review: Minimalist sailing gloves tested

More expert advice

Latest galleries

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MiniCat GUPPY: The easy to carry inflatable catamaran

Max Zhivov VIK Boat exterior render

Max Zhivov unveils his new eco-friendly concept: the VIK Boat

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Pictures: Boats at Christmas

Silent-Yachts SILENT 79 exterior

Silent-Yachts introduces its largest solar-powered catamaran, SILENT 79

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Travel

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Followtheboat: Exploring an uninhabited private island

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Exploring Pulau Macan: The tropical island that thinks it’s a sailboat

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Sailing Jakarta: Polluted, noisy, overcrowded but absolutely brilliant

Sailing Krakatoa Part 2: Shoreside excursion on an active volcano

Features

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Best sailing books: Immerse yourself in one of these 10 sailing novels

Top 10 must-see sailing documentaries

Top 10 best boat-themed films of the 1980s

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10 Top innovations in the history of sailing

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