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Boat Review: HH55

I had no trouble finding the new HH55 catamaran: she stands out in a marina of white plastic yachts like Hulk Hogan at a garden party.

Boat Review: Bavaria Cruiser 34

Bigger is better, except when it’s not. Sure, big boats attract big crowds at boat shows, but a pocket cruiser that offers the amenities and

Cannes Yachting Festival

Cannes is best known for its film festival, but each September the pretty town in the south of France also hosts the Yachting Festival, the

Best Boats Nominees 2018

If there’s one word that describes the boats comprising the class of 2018 in SAIL magazine’s annual Best Boats contest it’s “fun.” From the Boreal

Adventure Should Never Be a Chore

Just because you have the urge to explore, doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice all the creature comforts you’ve earned. The Sense 51 solves this

Sailmaking in the Nevada Desert

Sailmaking ain’t what it used to be, especially out in the Nevada desert Some years ago I visited the Bavaria factory and was amused at

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A Quick Guide to Sea Safety

For National Safe Boating Week (May 17-23) we’re revisiting some of the best safety stories, recommendations, and gear from our sister publications.

The ship struck the bridge before being swept beneath it, ultimately making landfall on the shore to the left. Photo by Hillary Mullan

Tallship Strikes the Brooklyn Bridge

Our thoughts are with the crew of Cuauhtémoc, a Mexican training ship on a cultural diplomacy tour that apparently suffered a mechanical failure and struck the Brooklyn Bridge over the weekend. Two people have died and 22 others are injured. 

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Photo Friday

There’s nothing quite like the adrenaline at the start of a race. 

Photo by Lydia Mullan

Antigua Sailing Week 2025

Against the backdrop of a lush and vibrant Caribbean island, this regatta offers fierce competition, challenging conditions, and a friendly social scene. 

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Exploring Antigua

The sailing scene in Antigua is fantastic, but head to shore and check out this island’s history, stunning nature, and vibrant culture.

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Walkthrough: Top 10 Best Boats 2026 Nominee Dufour 48

A first look at the stunning new Dufour 48, which SAIL had the opportunity to be the first U.S. magazine to test and review in Palma de Mallorca. The boat will be making its U.S. debut at the Annapolis Sailboat Show this October.

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