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Choosing the Right Event for a 20-Person Yacht Rental in Fort Lauderdale
Choosing the Right Event for a 20-Person Yacht Rental in Fort Lauderdale

A 20-person yacht typically requires a marina slip in the 60–100 ft range, pre-arranged provisioning and waste-handling, and a confirmed...

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February 26, 2026
When a Broken Transmission Threatened a Whittier Departure, Neighboring Boaters Stepped In
When a Broken Transmission Threatened a Whittier Departure, Neighboring Boaters Stepped In

While maneuvering out of the Whittier docks in a strong breeze, the Ocean 71 Darwin Sound experienced a sudden loss...

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February 26, 2026
How ORC’s VPP correction for the XR-41 changes race performance and event logistics
How ORC’s VPP correction for the XR-41 changes race performance and event logistics

ORC issued a 10 sec/mile adjustment to the XR-41 rating after identifying a hydro-model anomaly in the VPP, a change...

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February 26, 2026
Syddanmark’s Marine Cluster: Shipyards, Gear Makers and Sailing Heritage
Syddanmark’s Marine Cluster: Shipyards, Gear Makers and Sailing Heritage

Denmark’s Syddanmark region concentrates over a dozen world-class marine manufacturers within roughly a 60‑minute drive, creating a dense logistics cluster...

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February 26, 2026
December on the Water in Southwest Florida: Islands, Fishing Hotspots, and Holiday Boating
December on the Water in Southwest Florida: Islands, Fishing Hotspots, and Holiday Boating

December tides in Southwest Florida are typically lower, increasing shoal risk around back bays and sandbars; launch ramp queues at...

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February 26, 2026
Practical Steps to Enjoyable Sailing and Coastal Exploration
Practical Steps to Enjoyable Sailing and Coastal Exploration

Provisioning a multiweek coastal cruise starts with concrete logistics: calculate freshwater needs (estimate 30–80 L per person per day depending...

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February 26, 2026
Crédit Mutuel secures a decisive win on Leg 3 after record-breaking southern crossing
Crédit Mutuel secures a decisive win on Leg 3 after record-breaking southern crossing

The La Réunion–Sydney leg covered 5,823 nautical miles and required sustained average speeds of 12.3 knots, creating complex demands on...

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February 26, 2026
M.A.T 11: 11‑metre ORC Class C racer with fast‑cruising capability
M.A.T 11: 11‑metre ORC Class C racer with fast‑cruising capability

The M.A.T 11 measures 11.00 m overall with a certified CDL of 9.60 m, a draft of 2.05 m, a...

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February 26, 2026
Aquila 42 Coupé unveiled at boot Düsseldorf: performance, layout and market reach
Aquila 42 Coupé unveiled at boot Düsseldorf: performance, layout and market reach

With a cruising range of approximately 545 nautical miles at 30 knots and fuel consumption between 0.64–0.68 km/l (1.5–1.6 mpg),...

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February 26, 2026
Choosing between rebuilding the old Volvo and installing a new engine on Delos 1
Choosing between rebuilding the old Volvo and installing a new engine on Delos 1

The Volvo propulsion unit aboard Delos 1 has reached a point where reliability for long ocean passages is no longer...

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February 26, 2026
Pershing 9X: Practical Performance and Ownership Considerations for the Speed‑Oriented Yachtsman
Pershing 9X: Practical Performance and Ownership Considerations for the Speed‑Oriented Yachtsman

A Pershing 9X owner must plan for deep-water access, a 28–30 metre berth and high-capacity fuel handling when selecting a...

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February 26, 2026
How Barry Perrins Planned, Lived and Repaired a Solo Around‑the‑World Voyage
How Barry Perrins Planned, Lived and Repaired a Solo Around‑the‑World Voyage

On the final leg between France and England Barry Perrins encountered a stretch of virtually no wind followed by strong...

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February 26, 2026