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Introducing the new Neel 52
Racy look, fast and voluminous
© Neel Trimarans
Video: Understanding safety onboard
With Dee Caffari MBE and Ocean Safety's Alistair Hackett
© Ocean Safety
Excess 11 – The feline of sailing cats.
I had faced meeting the Excess 11 with a certain amount of trepidation. Read on to find out why...
© John Curnow
The Eco Warrior
Just how green can one go? Let's find out!
© John Curnow
Cruisers' contribution
The Secchi Disk Study enters its tenth year, thanks to sailors
© Secchi Disk Study
Learn more about Alaska's deep-sea corals
Learn more about Alaska's deep-sea corals
Observations during this survey in the Gulf of Alaska
During our most recent dive we encountered more interesting deep sea creatures whose relationships with each other create the deep sea ecosystems of the Gulf of Alaska.
by NOAA Fisheries
Posted 8 Aug 18:37 UTC
Returning to Havana Bay Vanuatu
Returning to Havana Bay Vanuatu
A big surprise sea snake before going ashore
Before I talk about the trip, I want to tell you about the surprise we had when we went ashore for a walk. Just as I got out of the dinghy a sea snake came slithering out from under the fuel tank in the bottom of the dinghy.
by Andrew & Clare Payne
Posted 8 Aug 12:44 UTC
CCA Cruising Guide for Maine Newsletter
CCA Cruising Guide for Maine Newsletter
Buck's Harbor is a well-protected harbor at the western end of the Eggmoggin Reach
In 2020 and 2021, the CCA had a mailing list that shared Mark Lenci's tips for cruising Maine during the pandemic. The popularity of that newsletter inspired the Cruising Guides Committee to launch the new Digital Cruising Guide to Maine website.
by Cruising Club of America
Posted 7 Aug 19:14 UTC
Survivor Vaquita porpoises
Survivor Vaquita porpoises
Escaping extinction longer than expected, but deadly fishing is on the increase
At least seven to eight remain but deadly fishing is on the increase. Projections previously indicated that the critically endangered vaquita could be extinct by now.
by NOAA Fisheries
Posted 6 Aug 18:51 UTC
2022 Herreshoff Classic Yacht Regatta preview
2022 Herreshoff Classic Yacht Regatta preview
Part of the CYOA Classic Yachts Challenge Series
Each year, a mix of gorgeous big boats and one-designs gathers for a weekend of exciting racing on scenic courses on the bay and terrific social events.
by Herreshoff Marine Museum
Posted 6 Aug 17:40 UTC
Set sail at the Southampton Int'l Boat Show
Set sail at the Southampton Int'l Boat Show
Sailing boats of every shape and size will be on display
Sailing boats of every shape and size will be on display at this year's Southampton International Boat Show.
by Southampton International Boat Show
Posted 6 Aug 13:35 UTC
Discover comfort in Musto's collection of shorts
Discover comfort in Musto's collection of shorts
When winds are light, and the days are hot - it's time to short up
Let's get straight to the point. When winds are light, and the days are hot - it's time to short up. Diverse features for differing activities.
by Musto
Posted 6 Aug 11:00 UTC
Sika continues Sikaflex® Challenge events in 2022
Sika continues Sikaflex® Challenge events in 2022
Very proud to continue the tradition of sponsoring the events
Sika Corporation is proud to announce its continued sponsorship of the Sikaflex® Challenge Build-a-Boat Cup. Sika has been involved in sponsoring these great community events for over 40 years.
by Sika
Posted 5 Aug 18:48 UTC
2022 Wooden Boat Festival: What's new in 2022
2022 Wooden Boat Festival: What's new in 2022
Learn about everything from solar and electric power to eco-friendly paints
The Innovation Marketplace and Green Boating Stage—located in the Sail Loft parking lot—are brand new additions to Wooden Boat Festival. Presenting sponsor SEA Marine helped make this happen for 2022!
by Wooden Boat Festival
Posted 5 Aug 17:46 UTC
Grand Soleil Yachts at Cannes Yachting Festival
Grand Soleil Yachts at Cannes Yachting Festival
Grand Soleil 72 Performance will be unveiled for the first time in waters of Port Canto in Cannes
The new 72-footer is going to be the result of a totally Made in Italy design process, with a team of professionals representing Italian excellence in the nautical sector.
by Grand Soleil Yachts
Posted 5 Aug 12:34 UTC
Exclusive RYA member ticket offer for SIBS 2022
Exclusive RYA member ticket offer for SIBS 2022
The 53rd edition of the show will feature everything the leisure marine industry has to offer
The Southampton International Boat Show is just around the corner (16-25 September 2022) and RYA members can take advantage of an exclusive 'buy one get one free' ticket offer.
by Susie Nation-Grainger
Posted 5 Aug 11:00 UTC
How many fenders do I need for my boat?
How many fenders do I need for my boat?
A guide from upffront.com
Boat fenders, sometimes known as boat bumpers, are an essential piece of equipment for protecting the hull from contact with docks, pilings or other boats. They are an essential for avoiding damage to your boat and other boats around you.
by Aleix Escorsell
Posted 4 Aug 16:00 UTC
Sail, Service, Stay in Trinidad and Tobago
Sail, Service, Stay in Trinidad and Tobago
Sail to Trinidad, service your yacht and stay in paradise!
Sail, Service, Stay: Come, moor your yacht and lime in Trinidad and Tobago
by Trinidad and Tobago
Posted 4 Aug 13:30 UTC
Sailing (back) into the eye of the hurricane
Sailing (back) into the eye of the hurricane
Saildrone and NOAA are launching seven wind-powered ocean drones to collect data inside hurricanes
Saildrone and NOAA are launching seven wind-powered ocean drones to collect data inside hurricanes in the Tropical Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.
by Saildrone
Posted 4 Aug 12:02 UTC
Gunboat build updates
Gunboat build updates
The Gunboat 80 makes a sizable impression
With a full prepreg structure that occupies a footprint of about 80' x 33', the Gunboat 80 makes a sizable impression!
by Gunboat
Posted 3 Aug 11:53 UTC
Scientists appeal for reports of orca interactions
Scientists appeal for reports of orca interactions
The number of incidents reported had reached 200
The Cruising Association has teamed up with Orca Iberica to collect information about interactions between boats and orcas, as well as about passages without encounters.
by Daria Blackwell
Posted 3 Aug 10:18 UTC
Oyster Reef habitat restoration
Oyster Reef habitat restoration
Scientists in coastal Georgia have been looking to further protect their shorelines
Two projects assisting oyster reef habitat restoration that will protect Georgia's saltwater marshes and coastline.
by NOAA Fisheries
Posted 2 Aug 20:01 UTC
SSCA 2022 Cruising Conference
SSCA 2022 Cruising Conference
St Augustine, Florida is the host site for the Seven Seas Cruising Association
St Augustine, Florida is the host site for the SSCA Cruisers Conference or its maritime name, a "GAM" November 2022.
by Seven Seas Cruising Association
Posted 2 Aug 17:17 UTC
Soyaslan showcases flair
Soyaslan showcases flair
With the world's largest cold-moulded catamaran
Boutique boat builder Soyaslan has just launched what is believed to be the world's longest cold-moulded catamaran.
by Soyaslan Marine
Posted 2 Aug 06:29 UTC
Can a place so isolating bring us closer?
Can a place so isolating bring us closer?
A project to help dissolve some of the barriers that keep people away from sailing
Last night on Southsea beach, fish and chips and sparkling wine in hand, my friend Will and I toasted our beloved friend Chrissie. It had been a year since Chrissie passed.
by The 59º North Quarterdeck
Posted 1 Aug 20:03 UTC