July 2022

The July issue features tests of the Beneteau Swift Trawler 48, Riva 68 Diable, plus a look behind the scenes at the new Arksen 85.

New boats

The hot new launches from last month’s Palma Boat Show including the Axopar 45; Bavaria SR36; Solaris Power 40 Open; Bluegame BG54; Windy SR28 CC

Delphia 11: Tested

We try electric and diesel versions of this stylish new inland waterway cruiser to see how they both measure up

Lifejacket group test

Eight different coastal lifejackets get put through a series of real-world tests to see which ones we rate most highly

Beneteau Swift Trawler 48: Tested

Is the latest iteration of this hugely successful model range a worthwhile step up from the previous 47?

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