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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Suzuki showcase the ultimate safety boat packages
Suzuki showcase the ultimate safety boat packages
Sunday, 04 March 2018

Returning once again as the title sponsor of the RYA Dinghy Show, Suzuki Marine will be showcasing the very latest in outboard motor technology as part of its line-up of ultimate four stroke outboards – across the weekend of 3 & 4 March ...

RYA Regional Youth Champions awarded at RYA Dinghy Show
RYA Regional Youth Champions awarded at RYA Dinghy Show
Sunday, 04 March 2018

The UK’s most promising young sailors were recognised at the RYA Regional Youth Champion Awards Ceremony by British Sailing Team members Dylan Fletcher and Sophie Ainsworth.

The annual awards were presented at the RYA Dinghy Show at Alexan...

Pilot RYA Foiling Courses launched at the RYA Dinghy Show
Pilot RYA Foiling Courses launched at the RYA Dinghy Show
Sunday, 04 March 2018

The RYA officially launched its exciting new suite of Foiling Courses at the RYA Dinghy Show.

RYA First Flights, Sustained Flights and Performance Flights will initially be run as pilot courses and aim to bring the thrill of foiling to the masse...

Lendy Cowes Week launches a new sustainability initiative
Lendy Cowes Week launches a new sustainability initiative
Sunday, 04 March 2018

Cowes Week Ltd has announced its intention to work towards making the event more sustainable.

Lendy Cowes Week has an impact on the water and on the shoreside with 100,000 people visiting during the regatta. CWL firmly believes that an event of ...

Drinking with Mr Hobbs
Drinking with Mr Hobbs
Friday, 02 March 2018

Mr Hobbs Henley Gin is made using an old family recipe

Last chance for standard entry into youth sailing’s hottest event
Last chance for standard entry into youth sailing’s hottest event
Thursday, 01 March 2018

Racing at the 2013 RYA Youth Nationals in Largs, Scotland. Image: Marc Turner

Sunseeker International looks to recruit 40 new apprentices
Sunseeker International looks to recruit 40 new apprentices
Thursday, 01 March 2018

Sunseeker Predator 50

Tall Ships and Festivals promise to enthrall the crowds at Liverpool and Bristol
Tall Ships and Festivals promise to enthrall the crowds at Liverpool and Bristol
Thursday, 01 March 2018

The Northern Boat Show is being held on 25 to 28 May to coincide with the Mersey River Festival and Tall Ships Liverpool 2018.

A huge fleet of tall ships is expected and an estimated one million spectators flocking to Liverpool’s waterfro...

The benefits of dry berthing your boat out of the water
The benefits of dry berthing your boat out of the water
Thursday, 01 March 2018

Lee Pollock, boat yard manager, explains why dry berthing could be for you.

There is nothing new about marinas offering dry sailing for racing yachts and dry stacking for small motorboats and RIBs. While you might be one of the many owners who p...

Gillingham Marina
Gillingham Marina
Thursday, 01 March 2018

Situated on the Medway’s south bank, Gillingham Marina is the most downstream of the river’s marinas, ideal for both local cruising and extended journeys to the East Coast and beyond.  

The marina has been family run since it fi...

24-hour America’s Cup ‘Grind-athon’ for Sport Relief
24-hour America’s Cup ‘Grind-athon’ for Sport Relief
Wednesday, 28 February 2018

Britain’s America’s Cup Challenger, Land Rover BAR, led by Sir Ben Ainslie, is supporting Sport Relief by hosting a 24 hour America’s Cup ‘grind-athon’ and 12-hour disco ‘Spin-athon’ led by Bestival Founde...

Crowhurst – the film
Crowhurst – the film
Wednesday, 28 February 2018

Simon Rumley

Making Waves
Making Waves
Wednesday, 28 February 2018

Claire Rendall

Zhik Superwarm® X
Zhik Superwarm® X
Wednesday, 28 February 2018

For 2018, Zhik have introduced two levels of Superwarm wetsuit, X and V, offering sailors a choice of features and insulation. The Zhik Superwarm® X means you can keep sailing in cold climates in a more lightweight all-weather wetsuit. Its hyd...

Sponsorship opportunity for aspiring sailors
Sponsorship opportunity for aspiring sailors
Wednesday, 28 February 2018

As Crewsaver moves into its 61st year of designing and manufacturing performance and safety equipment, it has announced the launch of its new watersports range and with it, a very exciting opportunity to join #TeamCrewsaver.

#TeamCrewsaver

RS Tera Sport becomes British Youth Sailing recognised class
RS Tera Sport becomes British Youth Sailing recognised class
Tuesday, 27 February 2018

William James (11) racing the RS Tera Sport. Image: Emma Rhodes.

Team AkzoNobel holds off late charge to win epic Leg 6
Team AkzoNobel holds off late charge to win epic Leg 6
Tuesday, 27 February 2018

Leg 6 to Auckland, arrivals. 27 February
Image: Ainhoa Sanchez/Volvo Ocean Race

IC-M330GE
IC-M330GE
Tuesday, 27 February 2018

 

Icom have produced one of the smallest fixed VHF/DSC radios in the market; the IC-M330GE’s front face matches the size of a Smartphone. It features the same common user interface used on the latest Icom radios including intuitive so...

RS Emergence of Seasons Championship at Queen Mary SC
RS Emergence of Seasons Championship at Queen Mary SC
Tuesday, 27 February 2018

Well done to all the hardy RS Sailors who braved the elements to compete at the Emergence of Seasons Championship this weekend at Queen Mary Sailing Club.

Congratulations to RS700 Inland Champion Richard Wadsworth!

One final hurdle on the approach to Auckland
One final hurdle on the approach to Auckland
Monday, 26 February 2018

The finish of Leg 6 of the Volvo Ocean Race is shaping up to be a nail-biter after team AkzoNobel emerged from stealth mode on the public tracker on Monday with the narrowest of leads with just under 200 miles to go. The Dutch team reappeared on t...

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