Bold thinking
Giuliano Luzzatto reports from the helm of the wallyrocket51 off the coast of Valencia at the end of the boat’s very successful first racing season.
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Harmony, balance and plenty of boatspeed
An incredible seven decades of experience at the sharp end of both yacht design and active offshore sailing have been distilled into the new Swan 51.
All just a matter of balance...
Rather than simply enlarge an existing model to increase its payload, Balance Catamarans took the opportunity to carry out a full redesign.
A legend reborn
Against all odds one of the great offshore yacht designs of the late 20th Century – Peter Norlin’s fast and elegant Omega 42 – is back in production.
Full spectrum
There are never enough superlatives to adequately describe the Aegean 600, especially after its fifth edition held in 2025 when Poseidon threw a wide range of seamanship challenges at the fleet – ranging from fickle wind shadows to a 50-knot storm.
Bold new concept
A fresh approach to function, form, fit and fabric. Henri-Lloyd ambassador Sam Goodchild on the new range that aims to redefine offshore sailing apparel.
Now with more power
Two-speed and three-speed electric versions of Ronstan's Orbit winch are now available.
A storming debut
Last year Andrea Lacorte won the owner-driver title in his first 52 Super Series season, powered by Doyle Sails – and with four Doyle sailmakers on board.
Vendée Globe winner Charlie Dalin awarded Magnus Olsson Prize
The Magnus Olsson Foundation has named French offshore sailing sensation Charlie Dalin as the recipient of the 2025 Magnus "Mange" Olsson Prize, in recognition of his extraordinary impact on the sport of sailing.
A very good run
52 Super Series communications boss Andi Robertson checks in with an end of season roundup after another year of fantastic racing and takes a look forward to what's in store for the thriving circuit in 2026.
IMOCA signs engine deal with YANMAR
YANMAR has announced a long-term strategic partnership with the International Monohull Open Class Association (IMOCA). Beginning in 2025, the company will become the official technical partner of the IMOCA Class.
Challenging the establishment
MC1 Spars is well set up to tackle a wide variety of custom rig manufacturing commissions from budget-conscious and relatively simple refits to cutting-edge design-and-build projects.
America's Cup collaborates with World Sailing on Para Inclusive Sailing
World Sailing has announced a new collaboration with The America’s Cup aimed at strengthening the global development of Para Inclusive Sailing and accelerating key initiatives ahead of the 2025 World Sailing Inclusion Championships.
Built differently
Since its founding in 1996, Quantum Sails has taken a unique approach to sailmaking. Over the years, the company has reimagined not only how sails are designed and built, but also the role of the sailmaker itself.
Engineered to win
How carbon spar and rig packages provided Admiral’s Cup teams with the winning edge.