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X-Yachts X4-9 test: Danish yard strikes a tough balance with hybrid design
The X4-9 is a stylish performance cruiser that is both manageable short-handed and can still win races, reports Pip HarePhotos: Rick TomlinsonThe X49 is squarely aimed at the no-compromise sailor who...
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Hanse 548 review: The push-button 50-footer that can be sailed by a couple
Does push-button technology mean a 50-plus footer really can be sailed easily by a couple? David Harding puts the Hanse 548 to the test in the SolentSailing photos: Paul WyethImagine putting a cruising...
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Wauquiez PS42 review: Interior finesse shines through on classy cruiser
The Wauquiez PS42 raises the 40-footer production cruiser to new levels of style and practicality, writes Graham SnookPhotos: Graham Snook / Robin ChristolA good brand exudes quality. Seeing a logo on...
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Wilhelmina: The Nigel Irens motor launch designed for sailors
Nigel Irens’s latest slippery and easily driven motor launch was designed with sailors in mind. Nic Compton steps on board WilhelminaWilhelmina’s LDL hull slices through the water with little fussIt’s...
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European Yacht of the Year 2019: Best family cruisers
One of the 12-strong jury panel for the European Yacht of the Year 2019, Toby Hodges runs the rule over the best family cruisers on the marketIt was really positive to see a mix of mid-sized entries...
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J/99 review: All thrills, no frills on board this double-handed racing machine
The new J/99 is a versatile 32ft offshore speedster that targets the double-handed racing circuitWe tested the J/99 in the Solent in 17-25 knots of wind. Photos: Richard LangdonWe ghosted down the...
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Amel 50 review: An indoor sailing experience to excite even hardened sailors
The Amel 50 is the French yard’s first sloop in over 20 years, Pip Hare takes a 48-hour test to see if the new format worksWe tested the Amel 50 over two days in the Charente Maritime area. Photo: Easy...
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European Yacht of the Year 2019: Best performance cruisers
It was a close-run fight between three finalists in the performance cruisers category of the European Yacht of the Year 2019Photo: Rick TomlinsonNot only was performance cruisers a very close category...
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Dufour 56 Exclusive review: Smooth cruiser offers both style and substance
Does Dufour’s revamped 560 live up to its ‘Exclusive’ badge? David Harding reports from a Solent sea trial on board the Dufour 56 ExclusivePhotos: David HardingIn some respects, Dufour yachts used to...
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European Yacht of the Year 2019: Best luxury cruisers
The luxury cruisers category threw up a surprise in the 2019 European Yacht of the Year, explains Toby HodgesPhoto: Bertel KolthofBefore the sea trials began, I would have put money on a Hallberg-Rassy...
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Grand Soleil 52LC test: Italian beauty offers stimulating sailing
The sport version of the 52LC draws on Grand Soleil’s performance heritage. Pip Hare sailed it in LavagnaPhotos: Fabio TaccolaThe Grand Soleil 52 Long Cruise Sport (52LC) is wedged, stern-to, in...
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European Yacht of the Year 2019: Best multihulls
The resurgent market for sailing multihulls makes this an increasingly important category in the European Yacht of the YearAll photos: Bertel KolthofA real mix of multihulls made this a diverse, tricky...
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Arcona 435 review: Swedish star offers something for everyone
Pretty, elegant and fast, this award-winning Swedish cruiser is a real all-rounder. Graham Snook tests the Arcona 435We tested the Arcona 435 in the Western Solent in 6-10 knotsAfter the Arcona 435...
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European Yacht of the Year 2019: Special yachts
The most competitive and varied category of the 2019 European Yacht of the Year, special yachts focuses on daysailers, from the compact to the luxuriousPhoto: Rick TomlinsonThis category assembles a...
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Ice 60 review: The chic Italian yacht that offers more than just style
Conceived by racing driver Marco Malgara, the Ice 60 is as cool as its nameAll photos: Andrea RizzatoStyles come and go. To stand the test of time you need something else, something more than...
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Swan 65 test: The triumphant return of a true sailing icon
Can a yacht be all things to all sailors? Give it the illustrious Swan 65 badge and maybe it canWe tested the Swan 65 in 11-18 knots off Barcelona. Photo: Klaus AndrewsIf it hadn’t been for the...
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Saffier SE37 Lounge test: A veritable supercar of the seas
How does the bold cockpit layout of this dazzling new ‘lounge’ daysailer design work? Toby Hodges sails the Saffier SE37We sailed the Saffier SE37 Lounge in 6-18 knots offshore breeze off IJmuiden. All...
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CNB 66 yacht test: Intoxicating cruiser is a cut above the mainstream
Is the CNB 66 the largest Sailing yacht that can be handled by a family crew? Toby Hodges reportsAll photos: Nicholas ClarisCongratulations. You’ve finally received that hefty bonus. Or perhaps you...
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Allures 40.9 vs Ovni 400: French aluminium centreboarders go head-to-head
Two rugged aluminium 40-footers from competing french yards make an interesting comparison. François Tregouet tests the Allures 40.9 and Ovni 400Back in the mid-2000s the niche market for aluminium...
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The best sea kayaks: for touring and exploring coastlines, islands and inlets
The best sea kayaks are perfect for paddling in all sorts of saltwater environments, from estuaries and bays to open ocean wavesA female sea kayaker paddling at the Oregon Coast. OregonThey come in all...
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