The Balance 540 is a completely new design introduced specifically to replace their iconic, race-winning Balance 526. South Africa based Balance has established a superb reputation in recent years for ...

In 2018, the Dutch shipyard Oceanco built Black Pearl, duped as one of the most innovative sailing yachts in the world. Even ...

What’s new at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. Innovation is at the heart of this premier boat show, from new technological developments in equipment and navigation to the latest ...

After a hiatus after a 2010 defeat, they launched a comeback with the AC75 foiling monohull.  Plagued with structural issues ...

Summer sailing books bring about a rare type of joy and hold a special place in many people’s hearts. After all, there is ...

The results in the Aquila 50 are impressive. Of the new sailing boats 2026, this new catamaran is an exciting edition to the ...

Sailing around the British coast is far from easy, but it’s worth the effort, as Hayley Kirkby and her husband, Steve found when they took up the challenge We didn’t initially intend to sail around ...

When a serious collision put their SunFast 3200 out of action on day one of Cowes Week, the Stride Forward team were determined to find a way to continue sailing. They’d come too far to let this put a ...

Whether you are perusing the market or a serious boat buyer, none of us can resist having a look at what used boats are for sale. While looking at the best new sailing boats 2026 has to offer may come ...

The safest and most reliable method is to temporarily take the load of the other yacht’s chain on a separate line from your bow, then lower your own anchor beneath it and free it. This sounds more ...

As October comes round, it feels like I can breathe again! When the crowds set sail, the Ionian finally returns to its usual calm self. Harbours empty and queues disappear, waiters have time to chat, ...