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Helm Master EX Wireless Hand Controller Brings Full Maneuverability to the Deck
Helm Master EX Wireless Hand Controller Brings Full Maneuverability to the Deck

Tight marina operations and staggered embarkation points demand precise remote control of propulsion and heading; the new Yamaha Helm Master...

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March 11, 2026
Falcon’s Centennial Return: Q7 Restored to Race on Classic Regatta Circuits
Falcon’s Centennial Return: Q7 Restored to Race on Classic Regatta Circuits

Falcon measures LOD 46ft 6in with a 31.3ft waterline, a 9ft 1in beam and a displacement near 10 tons—dimensions that...

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March 11, 2026
Classic Regatta Season: Essential Dates, Logistics and Where to Watch the Classics
Classic Regatta Season: Essential Dates, Logistics and Where to Watch the Classics

Cowes Week’s bicentenary will concentrate marina capacity on the Isle of Wight between 1–7 August, forcing advanced berth bookings, extended...

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March 11, 2026
Preparing for Spring Sailing: Practical Checks, Crew Tips, and What to Expect
Preparing for Spring Sailing: Practical Checks, Crew Tips, and What to Expect

Launching a 44-foot custom Bieker Riptide from the dock after winter layup requires a focused predeparture routine: verify fuel and...

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March 11, 2026
XX Symposium de Puertos Deportivos Arrives in Palma — 28–29 May 2026
XX Symposium de Puertos Deportivos Arrives in Palma — 28–29 May 2026

The Port Centre in Palma will stage the XX Symposium de Puertos Deportivos on 28–29 May 2026, requiring coordinated berthing...

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March 11, 2026
ClubSwan 28 — Compact One‑Design Sportsboat Built for Club Regattas and Easy Transport
ClubSwan 28 — Compact One‑Design Sportsboat Built for Club Regattas and Easy Transport

At a displacement of 1,200kg and a 2.5m beam, the ClubSwan 28 is designed for frequent relocation: it fits into...

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March 11, 2026
Dufour 54 Review — How a Wide Beam and Full Forward Sections Change Cruising Comfort
Dufour 54 Review — How a Wide Beam and Full Forward Sections Change Cruising Comfort

Tankage: 450 litres diesel and 450 litres water (optional extra 250 litres water); LOA: 16.84m; beam: 5.25m carried aft; standard...

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March 11, 2026
Balance 580 Reviewed: A 58ft Catamaran Suited to Ocean Passages and Luxury Charters
Balance 580 Reviewed: A 58ft Catamaran Suited to Ocean Passages and Luxury Charters

The Balance 580’s measured credentials read like a logistics brief: LOA 58’3” (17.78m), beam 28’2” (8.60m), daggerboards with max draft...

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March 11, 2026
Latest 2026 Cruising Yachts: Key Launches, Designs and Charter Implications
Latest 2026 Cruising Yachts: Key Launches, Designs and Charter Implications

Current production lead times for many 2026 cruising yacht launches range from six to eighteen months, with carbon-fibre builds such...

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March 11, 2026
Essential Sailing Accessories and Smart Boating Gadgets for Every Passage
Essential Sailing Accessories and Smart Boating Gadgets for Every Passage

When preparing a coastal passage, stowage planning is crucial: allocate heavy items low and centered, limit soft-gear volume to under...

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March 11, 2026
Navionics or Garmin Navionics: Which Marine Chart Package Fits Your Voyage?
Navionics or Garmin Navionics: Which Marine Chart Package Fits Your Voyage?

Daily chart updates, Auto Guidance route calculations and up to 0.5 m bathymetric contours are now standard considerations for coastal...

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March 11, 2026
Mid-Race Standings and Coastal Approaches in the Clipper Round The World Race
Mid-Race Standings and Coastal Approaches in the Clipper Round The World Race

After 20 days 18 hours and 56 minutes at sea, Team Warrant crossed into Subic Bay on the evening of...

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March 11, 2026