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    In a saturated sector of the market the A44 stands tall

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    In a saturated sector of the market the A44 stands tall
    Cranchi A44 first look: This luxury tender taps into several key trends
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    Secondhand buyers’ guide: 4 of the best all-weather boats for sale
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    Skippers tips: Adapt your boat & prevent corrosion

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    Storm sailing: ‘The boat was slammed over and water poured in’

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    How to choose the right lithium batteries for your boat

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    Humble sea dogs – Editor’s letter February 2021

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    How to repair a sail – video guide

    Lithium-ion batteries: a buyers’ guide for sailors

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    How to choose the right lithium batteries for your boat
    Striking out into the north Atlantic is daunting, but the rewards of anchoring off St Kilda make it a prize worth the effort Credit: Richard Burdon / Alamy Stock Photo
    Humble sea dogs – Editor’s letter February 2021

    Vendée Globe rollercoaster for Pip Hare as she makes mid-ocean rudder repairs

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    Vendée Globe 2020 contenders: Who will win the world’s toughest sailing race?

    Prada Cup: How to follow the America’s Cup selection series

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    Karma: The Maxi Dolphin 75 cruiser with Mini-Maxi looks

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    What kind of a person does it take to race solo round the world?

    Vendée excitement as Hare approaches Horn, Joschke retires and leaders battle final 5,000-miles

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    London Boat Show – remember when January looked like this?

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    DIY boat engine replacement – How I fitted a Beta 30 in a Moody 31

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    Sailing skills

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    Storm sailing: ‘The boat was slammed over and water poured in’

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    Gear reviews

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    Travel

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    Sailing Jakarta: Polluted, noisy, overcrowded but absolutely brilliant

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