The new Ultim from Gitana stable sports radical foils and rudders that showcase a truly innovative approach by the team and designer Guilluame Verdier. When the Rothschilds and Gitana team unveil a new boat, they do it properly – and last night the huge team base in Lorient, France, became the theatrical backdrop to the…

Just you and your partner, on a yacht. It’s the dream scenario – but how to ensure you both enjoy it equally? Bluewater sailors share their secrets with Helen Fretter For many cruising couples the liveaboard life is a shared ambition worked and saved towards for years, before setting off together, alone. For others, the…

The Caribbean offers fascinating sailing grounds far beyond where most sailors venture. Janneke Kuysters on where to go for a true tropical adventure Seen one Caribbean island, seen them all? Not at all: the region offers amazing diversity, from incredible habitats to vibrant cultures. For many cruisers the Caribbean is an extended stopover destination –…

Tragedy after French and Australian cruisers who were sailing from Reunion Island to Durban, South Africa, are discovered dead aboard their yacht in mysterious circumstances Two sailors have been discovered dead on their yacht, while sailing between Madagascar and Mozambique, off Africa’s south east coast in the Indian Ocean. The yacht Acteon is a 50-footer…

Want to watch the 2025 SailGP Grand Final but don’t know when or where to watch it? Here’s everything you need to know to tune in The Auckland SailGP set a new bar for crowd numbers – organisers will be hoping for 20,000 spectators at Portsmouth this weekend. The SailGP Grand Final is the climax…

Every Black Friday, the market is flooded with questionable stand up paddleboard deals, but we’ve cut through the noise to bring you well-built options from trusted brands Every year when Black Friday rolls around I go on the hunt for good Black Friday stand up paddleboard deals. And every year I’m reminded of just how…

The Black Friday Decathlon deals are here, and the Simond duffel bag caught my attention. I believe it would make a great addition to many sailors’ trips Simond 500 Extend 40-60 L Duffel Bag. Photo: Decathlon I spotted this Black Friday Decathlon waterproof bag deal, and it reminded me of bags that other people bought…

The Famous Project CIC, an all-women challenge for the Jules Verne Trophy, the non-stop around the world record, is set to depart on Saturday 29 November. Skipper Alexia Barrier and his crew training onboard the Maxi-Trimaran The Famous Project CIC, off Groix island, on July 8, 2025, Photo © Jean-Marie LIOT / The Famous Project…

Black Friday Walmart boating deals cover watersports activities, with wetsuits, paddleboards, and kayaks on offer O’Neill Men’s Epic 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit. Photo: Walmart Black Friday Walmart boating deals are here and there’s a great opportunity to pick up some discounted gear, including paddleboards. I like Walmart’s offering for people on a budget who…

Finisterre is turning Black Friday “Blue”! Until Dec 1, every purchase goes towards protecting the oceans. Plus, don’t miss their collab with the RNLI. 10% of all proceeds from these snazzy marine-heritage inspired pieces goes to the RNLI. For the fifth consecutive year, homegrown outdoor brand Finisterre is turning Black Friday… Blue. Over “Blue” Friday,…