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- New bigger, smarter, yachts that are built for distance August 4, 2026We take a look at the latest blue-water focussed yacht launches this year which are growing in both length and volume with every season Whether you are looking to cross oceans short-handed or simply demand more space, power, and comfort at anchor, this year’s …Continue reading » The post New bigger, smarter, yachts that are […]Toby Heppell
- ‘Not in it for the spiritual experience,’ says Guy DeBoer ahead of the Golden Globe Race, ‘I’m a true competitor’ July 31, 2026Photo: Anna SuslovaFind out how American professional sailor Guy DeBoer is preparing to sail around the world nonstop, solo, and unassisted ahead of the 2026 Golden Globe RaceGuy DeBoer phones in from the doldrums in the middle of the Atlantic, where La Niña is ‘causing hell’ with …Continue reading » The post ‘Not in it […]Viveka Herzum
- 4 new high-volume cruisers pushing interior limits July 29, 2026From step-free decks to apartment-sized saloons, modern production yachts are pushing interior space further than ever beforeProduction yacht design has entered a new era where volume is no longer a dirty word for traditional sailors. Modern …Continue reading » The post 4 new high-volume cruisers pushing interior limits appeared first on Yachting Monthly.Theo Stocker
- Sailing Meerlust: The Unexpected Early Retirement That Turned into a Honeymoon July 28, 2026Moored in Lagos in late October, aboard their new Contest 50CS, Alexendar Saul and wife Peggy had not packed enough winter clothing! Both Alex and Peggy laugh when sharing their dilemma. ‘We haven’t quite made the decision yet,’ they declare, despite a …Continue reading » The post Sailing Meerlust: The Unexpected Early Retirement That Turned […]Yachting Monthly
- The abandoned boat problem: Investigating a nationwide issue July 23, 2026Finding the owners to pay the costs of disposal is a significant challenge. Photo: Barry Pickthall/PPLAbandoned and unloved boats are a growing problem all over the UK’s coastline and waterways. But despite the technology available, there is no complete solution. Barry Pickthall investigatesWhat to do with the many abandoned boats left to rot or disintegrate […]Yachting Monthly
- Essential tips to survive a sudden emergency: How to free a boat’s propeller from rope or fishing gear July 21, 2026Entering the water is a serious step and should not be done in open water. Photo: Stuart Anthony / Alamy Stock PhotoLearning how to free a fouled propeller from fishing lines can prevent a catastrophic shipwreck during a cruise.Whether snagged suddenly in the middle of a channel, or a drifting target for shipping, or close […]Alison Wood
- The terrifying and beautiful reality of yachting through the Middle East July 17, 2026Anna and Angus cast off from New Zealand three years ago on an extensive circumnavigation, sailing across the Indian Ocean to the Maldives. To get to Europe, a difficult decision awaited: extend the voyage an extra 17,000 miles around South Africa or brave the Red SeaWhen we departed New Zealand in May 2023, our ultimate […]Yachting Monthly
- Sailing the Shipping Forecast: ‘A distant swell reminded us how lucky we were to have it so good’ July 16, 2026Lulworth Cove is beautifully enclosed but is susceptible to swell from the south. Photo: Francisco Martinez / Alamy Stock PhotoJane Russell navigates the changing weather patterns along the South Coast as she sails the Shipping Forecast.Portland The sea area of Portland wraps around the Isle of Portland from just east of the entrance into Poole […]Yachting Monthly
- Does your boat represent freedom or a is it a floating prison? Libby Purves July 15, 2026From wobbly dinghies to terrifying heads, Libby Purves offers vital advice on how to be a patient, gentle skipper to nervous guestsWhile listening to a programme on BBC Radio 4, I heard a historian quoting a medieval mystery play. These 14th- …Continue reading » The post Does your boat represent freedom or a is it […]Libby Purves
- How to deal with heat and cold at sea July 14, 2026A wave over the deck or a rain shower can be enough to start the process of hypothermia. Photo: Nick LeatherBeing too hot or too cold at sea can quickly turn a sailing trip into a disaster. Here are some ways you can stay safe on the water in different temperaturesExtremes of temperature whilst sailing […]Yachting Monthly