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Sailing central America in lightning season was a balance of risk and reward for Charlotte DC and JP Baudains I’ve always found local winds fascinating. One year in France, while racing a Q Class in a classics regatta, a whole fleet of spinnakers blew up ahead of me as a waterspout ripped through the course…

I tested this Bluetti AC200L power station last year and it was absolutely brilliant. There’s 50% off right now! Prime Day Deal: Bluetti AC200L Portable Power Station The Bluetti AC200L is one of the most capable portable power stations available this year, and for Prime Day, it’s down to just $999, a big drop from…

The 72-metre superyacht AXIOMA, built by Dunya Yachts, is offering a 10% discount on charters throughout September 2025 in the Mediterranean. Accommodating up to 12 guests in six luxurious cabins, she presents a rare opportunity to enjoy late-summer cruising in either the West or East Mediterranean at a reduced rate. With her recent 2024 refit…

If you’re looking for a handheld VHF radio then you can save by looking at this weeks Prime deals. This Cobra handset is a great option and with 20% off it’s a great deal too. Deal Alert: Cobra HH350 Floating Handheld VHF Now $103.95 Typical price: $129.95 SAVE 20% Buy it Now The Cobra HH350…

I love a dry bag. I love a roll top dry bag even more. This Typhoon Osea duffel is a brilliant bit of kit and right now there’s 25% off at Decathlon. Dry Bag Deal: TYPHOON Osea Dry Duffel 2.0 – Slate/Lime – 60L 100% waterproof protection with welded seams and 500D REACH compliant material. 25%…

The new Italian Metis 45 is in development, reportedly featuring a design that eliminates the need for expensive control systems. The Metis 45 This Italian-designed and built foiling offshore racer is intended to fill the big gulf between Class 40s and IMOCA 60s. Full details have not yet been released, but we’re told the boat…

Solo round the world skipper Tapio Lehtinen has a narrow-miss when sleep deprived on the Golden Globe Race. Tom Cunliffe introduces this extract from The Last Voyage of Asteria Ten years or so ago I was contacted by a Finnish yachtsman, Tapio Lehtinen, who was seeking assistance with his studies of astronavigation. He was obliged…

We rounded up the best Decathlon deals to help you stock up on affordable sailing kit. Check out our top picks for affordable sailing jackets, salopettes, shoes, and wetsuits. If you’ve been hoping to get your hands on some essential kit out without breaking the bank, here’s your chance. This Prime Day, Decathlon has slashed…

Want to save some money on a quality lifejacket or PFD? There are some decent deals on great kit during Prime Week For any watersports user, there are all kinds of unintended swimming possibilities and should you take a knock on the head at the same time you can very quickly down. As such an…

Your friends are likely to want this one – the Prime Day Helly Hansen crew jacket is at an affordable price. Helly Hansen jackets are highly regarded for their wearability among sailors and marina-goers. They’re generally versatile, stylish, and comfortable, making them a winner for donning on a yacht. However, they usually come at wallet-emptying…