Damp busters, those non electric dehumidifiers are an essential bit of kit for anyone who owns a boat, caravan or van and keeps it anywhere tropical or in the northern hemisphere during winter. I have lived on a boat for 20 years as well as part time vanlife whilst lecturing in Cornwall.
We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. Sam Davies nominates Niñita
Pete Goss recalls using tides to his favour - whether that be making better passage timing or tricking a watch partner
Sunday, October 27th, marked the finale of this year’s month-long Cobbler League. Drawing sailors from Monkstown, Dunmore East, Kinsale, and Lough Derg, the league showcased over 40 tough and talented Optimist sailors racing in the challenging 2024 series.
Quiz update:
As a test, the Quizmaster asked ChatGPT the questions that had been posed to the teams at the NYC quiz on Wednesday, 30th October. From this experiment, the conclusion can be drawn that some of the teams are no less intelligent than the artificial kind.
The third new CNB model developed since the yard’s acquisition by Italian yacht builder Solaris in 2021, the CNB 62 is intended as an elegant fast cruising yacht that can be sailed by a couple, while also offering plenty of space and comfort for friends and family.
Setting off on a sail is easy, but planning a cruise that keeps your options open and ensures the enjoyment of all on board is more of an art, says Justin Morton
This Spring, GlobeSailor and Challenge Ocean are offering you the chance to enjoy an unforgettable experience aboard a Volvo 60! If your heart yearns for adventure, GlobeSailor has a great opportunity for you.
Jonathon Savill reports on the revolutionary impact marine AI technology is about to have on all areas of life at sea
In an exclusive extract from In My Element, Pip Hare reveals what drove her on while racing through the Southern Ocean in the 2020 Vendée Globe
The 2024 METSTRADE exhibition is fast approaching and, for a limited time only, tickets are free! Here’s the key info on the show, and how to grab a ticket… This year’s METSTRADE – the ‘one-stop-shop for marine industry professionals’ ...
Last Sunday saw the final day of the 2024 Autumn Series, kindly sponsored by AIB Bank and John Paul Construction. It was one of the freshest events in years with 2 days lost due to weather. Once again the Keelboat committee and the Admiral served bacon baps to the fleet before racing...
