The 2019 Boot Düsseldorf show was awash with exciting new boats, brands and concept craft all claiming to represent the future of boating. Some were…
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Boat reviews
Beneteau Swift Trawler 47 boat test – 24 hours on board
A suspected mechanical malady meant that a recent passage home…
Absolute Navetta 48 review – the inland yard’s outstanding offshore cruiser
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Historic York is just a short trip from this well-equipped marina which, thanks to £1.7m of recent upgrades, is firmly in the 21st century
Gear
Hempel Silic One: Is this the future of antifouling?
As with many more experienced boat owners Harry and Vikki Metcalfe decided to make the switch from sail to power…
Cruising
Cruising Corsica: Top 20 reasons to explore the island
Corsica is probably Europe’s most spectacular island, a natural summer destination for Mediterranean boats. About 100 miles long, this unique…
Seamanship skills
VIDEO: How To – Use your bow thruster effectively
Our step-by-step guide shows you how to get the best from your bow thruster
VIDEO: How To – Berth an IPS boat
Though berthing using a joystick is deemed easy, there are still some key techniques to employ when using IPS
VIDEO: How To – Drive an IPS boat
In this two-part mini series we explain how to use IPS as smoothly as possible