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    Keep up-to-date with all the latest stories from the marine world – brought to you by Motor Boat & Yachting, Practical Boat Owner, Yachting World and Yachting Monthly.

    Tradewind 33 used boat review: Ocean crossing credentials

    Long-keel yachts like the Tradewind 33 might not be fast or fashionable…

    • Graham Snook
    • 25.10.2024

    Moody DS48 review: We sail this new yacht across the English Channel to see if she has what it takes

    Can a boat built for long-term, long-distance cruising and offering one-level living…

    • Theo Stocker
    • 18.10.2024

    Dufour 41 review: unashamedly aimed at coastal cruising

    Twin backstays are 
replaced by a single 
adjustable backstay on 
the Performance version. Photo: David Harding
    This new addition to the range, the Dufour 41 seems to promise…

    • David Harding
    • 26.09.2024

    Jeanneau Sun Light 30 Review: A Family Cruiser With Racing Influence

    The Jeanneau Sun Light 30. Photo: David Harding
    As a light and sprightly coastal cruiser with racing potential and room…

    • David Harding
    • 24.09.2024

    Excess 11 review: A very rare sub-40ft cruising catamaran

    Excess 11. Photo: Paul Wyeth
    A cruising cat much under 40ft is a rare beast, especially one…

    • Theo Stocker
    • 10.09.2024

    Saffier SE33 Life review: Achingly pretty luxury daysailer

    dd in seat backrests for real comfort sailing from the low side. Photo: Paul Wyeth
    Who says cruising has to involve long-distance voyaging? Daysailers are enjoying a…

    • Theo Stocker
    • 30.08.2024

    Craig Wood shares his biggest takeaways from his record-setting solo Pacific crossing

    Illustration by Claudia Myatt.
    Illustration by Claudia Myatt.Triple amputee Craig Wood sailed into the…

    • Practical Boat Owner
    • 28.01.2026

    Using sawdust to plug leaks on wooden boats

    Method 1: float a good few handfuls of sawdust in the water around the boat, and use a paddle to push it into place. Credit: Richard Johnstone-Bryden
    Method 1: float a good few handfuls of sawdust in…

    • Practical Boat Owner
    • 27.01.2026

    PVC gunwale fitting: How to replace rotten teak with a sustainable synthetic alternative

    This artificial teak fender strip was installed in 2019 is pictured here in June 2025.Despite 24/7 exposure, the PVC has retained its colour, shape, and grain. Credit: Jake Kavanagh
    This artificial teak fender strip was installed in 2019 is…

    • Jake Kavanagh
    • 26.01.2026

    First prosecution under new watercraft safety laws

    The powerboat was seen travelling at speeds of up to 25mph shortly before the collision with the kayak. Credit MCA
    The powerboat was seen travelling at speeds of up to…

    • Laura Hodgetts
    • 23.01.2026

    Fitting reefing points and luff slides to a sail

    Minestrone makes good use of her new reefing points. Credit: Rupert Holmes
    Minestrone makes good use of her new reefing points. Credit:…

    • Rupert Holmes
    • 23.01.2026
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