When you’re looking for a second-hand boat, it’s often easy to imagine that there’s a pretty broad choice in any given category. After spending a while thinking about your priorities…
Reviews
Grand Soleil 42LC review: a serious boat for serious cruisers
Light winds may not make for the most exciting boat test images, especially when it’s chilly, the sky is grey and it’s threatening to rain, which was the weather we…
Linjett 39 first test: ‘There is a positive feel on the helm that builds in a predictable fashion’
Rosättra Boatyard believes it has the ideal option for those looking for a modern yacht with long-lasting appeal, the Linjett 39. Today’s new designs are invariably variations on a common…
Baltic Athena Lifejacket for women – tested
Baltic Athena 165N Lifejacket Baltic Athena women’s specific lifejacket, note the low position of the trigger mechanism and the CO2 bottle. Baltic Athena Lifejacket Price from £139 Buy Baltic Athena…
Sunbeam 32.1 review: More than style over substance?
You’ll either love it or hate it. There is little doubt that the Sunbeam 32.1 is a Marmite boat, and that’s exactly what her creators set out to build. With…
Hanse 410 review: Spacious sailing with dreamy luxury
The Hanse 410 appeared on the scene with a clear family resemblance and spaciousness ideal for speeding along. When the Hanse 460 was launched two years ago, she represented a…
Pointer 30 review: ‘not your average cruising boat’
Yachts of 30 feet or under are exciting, including the Pointer 30. Something about their (relatively) diminutive size makes them reminiscent of childhood adventures. They’re also intriguing from a design…
I tried Grunt boat cleaner and my boat has never looked so clean!
Grunt Boat Cleaner Specifications: Comes in 500ml and 1 litre bottles Suitable for use on fiberglass, gel coat, metal, and painted surfaces Can be applied using a spray bottle or…
Dufour 37 review: Cruiser with all the latest trends
The latest offering by Dufour, the Dufour 37 offers a hull shape that points to the direction of travel in the cruising market. You don’t have to be a dedicated…
I reviewed the Mustang Atlas 190 lifejacket and it’s raised the bar for bladder design
From the outside the casing looks pretty standard and dare I say it a bit bland. It doesn’t shout look at me, which might appeal more to a large section…