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I’ve always been quietly captivated by the hum of an engine and the simple pleasure of a well-built car. Over time, that interest led me to a career in automotive journalism, where I focus on understanding and conveying the finer details of vehicle design, performance, and history. My aim is to help readers appreciate the craft behind every vehicle, from its subtle lines to its underlying engineering.

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Professional 10-Step Sea Trial Guide for Mega Yachts and What Buyers Should Inspect
Professional 10-Step Sea Trial Guide for Mega Yachts and What Buyers Should Inspect

Cold-start inspections begin the sea trial: arrive 30–45 minutes early and check that main engines, generators and turbochargers are cool to the touch.

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February 24, 2026
Upgrading the Mast and Standing Rigging on a 1973 Albin Ballad: Practical Steps and Outcomes
Upgrading the Mast and Standing Rigging on a 1973 Albin Ballad: Practical Steps and Outcomes

With the mast lowered and secured on five oil drums, all chainplates, backing plates, galvanised beams and deck eye bolts were removed for close inspection...

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February 24, 2026
44Cup at Puerto Calero: Key Dates, Teams and Harbour Details for Visiting Fans
44Cup at Puerto Calero: Key Dates, Teams and Harbour Details for Visiting Fans

Puerto Calero will host the 44Cup fleet for on‑water racing from 5–8 February, with a practice day scheduled for 4 February.

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February 24, 2026
Inside the Classe Mini 650 MR. BRIGHTSIDE: foils, rudders and a canting keel up close
Inside the Classe Mini 650 MR. BRIGHTSIDE: foils, rudders and a canting keel up close

At Boot Düsseldorf the Classe Mini 650 MR.

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February 24, 2026
Guangzhou Hosts Asia Yacht Expo 2026: Trends, Logistics and Travel Opportunities
Guangzhou Hosts Asia Yacht Expo 2026: Trends, Logistics and Travel Opportunities

The Asia Yacht Expo 2026 will take place from 15–17 May 2026 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou, with organisers projecting...

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February 24, 2026
Speedwell of Cremyll — a refitted 49-foot yawl for family and long-distance cruising
Speedwell of Cremyll — a refitted 49-foot yawl for family and long-distance cruising

49ft LOA yawl Speedwell of Cremyll is fitted with a Perkins 4.236 diesel driving a Featherstream four‑blade propeller, has removable solar panels, an Osmosea watermaker...

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February 24, 2026
Charm — the Albert Strange-designed Venture family yacht that still sails the Solent and East Coast
Charm — the Albert Strange-designed Venture family yacht that still sails the Solent and East Coast

Charm measures LOS 36ft 6in (11.1m) with a length on deck (LOD) of 33ft (10m), a beam of 7ft 8in (2.3m) and a draft of...

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February 24, 2026
Bundock & Ashby Top After Day 4 at F18 Worlds in Jervoise Bay
Bundock & Ashby Top After Day 4 at F18 Worlds in Jervoise Bay

Pressure at Jervoise Bay built through the afternoon, producing shifting wind lanes that dictated mark-rounding decisions and fleet routing: in race #10 Brett Burvill and...

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February 24, 2026
Why Sailing the Caribbean Often Trumps a Fixed Beach Resort for Winter Escapes
Why Sailing the Caribbean Often Trumps a Fixed Beach Resort for Winter Escapes

Winter trade winds in the Caribbean typically blow from the east‑northeast at an average of 12–20 knots between December and March, enabling comfortable island‑hopping passages...

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February 24, 2026
Codecasa starts work on seventh 43m hull F82 as yard balances multiple projects
Codecasa starts work on seventh 43m hull F82 as yard balances multiple projects

Codecasa has moved hull F82 of its 43‑metre series into the production phase, with steel hull blocks already scheduled for fabrication and major outfitting milestones...

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February 24, 2026
Pre-dawn Runs, Live Bait and the Kelly Brothers’ Bluefin Routine off Cape Cod
Pre-dawn Runs, Live Bait and the Kelly Brothers’ Bluefin Routine off Cape Cod

The convoy rolled into Stamford with a 1998 Chevy Suburban towing a 23-foot SeaCraft center console, slated to leave the boat ramp at 0300 for...

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February 24, 2026
For sale: Ocean Lady — 1950 Ocean Class 35 auxiliary sloop from Wallasea Bay Yacht Station
For sale: Ocean Lady — 1950 Ocean Class 35 auxiliary sloop from Wallasea Bay Yacht Station

LOA 35' (LWL 28'), beam 9'1", draft 4'10"; built 1950 at Wallasea Bay Yacht Station, Ltd to an A.A.

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February 24, 2026
ASA Sailing Certification Explained: Levels, Charter Rights, and Tourism Benefits
ASA Sailing Certification Explained: Levels, Charter Rights, and Tourism Benefits

ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising certification authorizes skippers to operate and charter 30–45 ft sailboats independently in most charter destinations, directly affecting charter logistics, insurance acceptance,...

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February 24, 2026
Quantum Sails Brings Coaching, Weather Briefings and Melges 24 Clinic to St. Petersburg Regatta
Quantum Sails Brings Coaching, Weather Briefings and Melges 24 Clinic to St. Petersburg Regatta

Race-week logistics: Weather Briefings kick off at 0800 on race mornings via Zoom, on-water coaching operates from Wednesday, February 11 through Sunday, February 15, and...

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February 24, 2026
Regatta-Ready Helly Hansen: Essentials for Racing, Deckwork and Dockside
Regatta-Ready Helly Hansen: Essentials for Racing, Deckwork and Dockside

For the Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series stop in St.

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February 24, 2026
Tiara 39 LE: A Sub-40-Footer That Blends Cabin Comfort with Sport-Boat Performance
Tiara 39 LE: A Sub-40-Footer That Blends Cabin Comfort with Sport-Boat Performance

With 500 gallons of fuel and twin Mercury V-12 outboards producing 600 hp each, the Tiara 39 LE delivers a practical cruising range of more...

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February 24, 2026
How a 21-Footer Rudder Failure and a 300 nm Diversion Shaped a New Foiling Mini Transat Campaign
How a 21-Footer Rudder Failure and a 300 nm Diversion Shaped a New Foiling Mini Transat Campaign

Midway through a solo Atlantic crossing the rudder failure that sheared off a transom-mounted steerage component forced a diversion of roughly 300 nautical miles to...

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February 24, 2026
Leadership, Safety, and Service at Sea Tow under Kristen Frohnhoefer
Leadership, Safety, and Service at Sea Tow under Kristen Frohnhoefer

Sea Tow Services International maintains a nationwide franchised response network staffed by U.S.

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February 24, 2026
American Magic pivots operations to Pensacola and Olympic support after America’s Cup exit
American Magic pivots operations to Pensacola and Olympic support after America’s Cup exit

American Magic has moved its fleet and logistical hub to Pensacola, Florida, consolidating two AC75s, two AC40s, containers of spare parts, foil sets and archived...

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February 24, 2026
Big C V2: engineering a 1m-class microyacht for a transatlantic challenge
Big C V2: engineering a 1m-class microyacht for a transatlantic challenge

Big C V2 achieved a recorded top speed of 3.7 knots during sea trials; the hull and keel are made from seam-welded aluminium with 5mm...

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February 24, 2026
What daily life looks like on a Caribbean sailing holiday — winds, watches and shore time
What daily life looks like on a Caribbean sailing holiday — winds, watches and shore time

Typical Caribbean coastal legs average 15–40 nautical miles per day with prevailing trade winds of roughly 12–20 knots, so most itineraries favour daytime hops and...

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February 24, 2026
How to Tell if a Caribbean Crewed Sailing Holiday Fits Your Travel Style
How to Tell if a Caribbean Crewed Sailing Holiday Fits Your Travel Style

Typical skippered Caribbean itineraries cover 25–60 nautical miles between islands, with average daily sailing of 4–6 hours under steady trade winds; crew rotations usually follow...

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February 24, 2026
How curved tracks, Hoyt jib booms and club-foot rigs affect charter sailing performance and guest experience
How curved tracks, Hoyt jib booms and club-foot rigs affect charter sailing performance and guest experience

The evolution of the self-tacking headsail is rooted in three practical aims: reduce crew workload, keep the foredeck safe for guests, and deliver consistent drive...

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February 24, 2026
Historic first female-skippered IRC victory and a photo-finish for line honours in the 2025 Sydney–Hobart
Historic first female-skippered IRC victory and a photo-finish for line honours in the 2025 Sydney–Hobart

The 628-nautical-mile course from Sydney to Hobart presented a tactical test from the Boxing Day start on 26 December 2025: strong headwinds and a heavy...

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February 24, 2026