I’ve been on the hunt for some great sunglasses for years. But it’s been a little like a Goldilocks situation. Some frames are too thick. Others were not thick enough.…
Yachting Monthly
‘Not in it for the spiritual experience,’ says Guy deBoer ahead of the Golden Globe Race, ‘I’m a true competitor’
Guy deBoer phones in from the doldrums in the middle of the Atlantic, where La Niña is ‘causing hell’ with the Bermuda and Azores high pressure systems. He set off…
4 new high-volume cruisers pushing interior limits
Production yacht design has entered a new era where volume is no longer a dirty word for traditional sailors. Modern naval architecture, defined by full-length chines, flared topsides forward, and…
August 2026
The August 2026 issue of Yachting Monthly is out now…
Sailing Meerlust: The Unexpected Early Retirement That Turned into a Honeymoon
Both Alex and Peggy laugh when sharing their dilemma. ‘We haven’t quite made the decision yet,’ they declare, despite a strong suggestion that T-shirts and shorts will sway the call.…
At 43, I’ve finally found a deck-to-trail sandal (and I’m never going back)
Okay, here’s the thing: I’ve never been much of a sandals guy. Whether I’m out in the wilderness or aboard a boat, my go-to active footwear has always been a…
The abandoned boat problem: Investigating a nationwide issue
What to do with the many abandoned boats left to rot or disintegrate in creeks, rivers and estuaries up and down the country? Most are leisure craft built in the…
Sadler 32 used boat review: A lot like a Contessa… but different
Nonchalant. That’s the word my kids use to describe someone who’s effortlessly cool and stays above the fray. It’s also the word that sprang to mind as I watched Rob…
Essential tips to survive a sudden emergency: How to free a boat’s propeller from rope or fishing gear
Whether snagged suddenly in the middle of a channel, or a drifting target for shipping, or close to a lee shore, it’s a stressful situation and one that requires a…
The terrifying and beautiful reality of yachting through the Middle East
When we departed New Zealand in May 2023, our ultimate aim was completing a circumnavigation. We have owned our 42ft yacht, Innocenti, for over 20 years, and have cruised extensively…