Only 40 Malo 46s were built, making them highly desirable. They also keep their value. Credit: Nic Compton

Malo 46: A head-turner with blue-water promise

The Malo 46 generally turns heads wherever she goes but does she live up to her blue-water promise? Rachael Sprot went to find out

One of the few Channel 31s moulded with blue gelcoat, Freya has been given additional vinyl styling at the bow. Credit: David Harding

Hunter Channel 31: A sporty, solidly built cruiser

A solidly built cruiser with a sporty edge and twin-keel option, Hunter’s Channel 31 has been impressing since her launch 22 years ago. David Harding sails one to find out

Sadler 290: A powerful & roomy twin-keeler

When she was launched in 2003, the Sadler 290 was probably the roomiest and most powerful 29ft twin-keeler ever built – and David Harding reckons she still is

XC42: Stunning Scandinavian that still sparkles

The Xcruising range was X-Yachts’ first step in the direction of an out-and-out cruising yacht, but has she stood the test of time? Graham Snook sailed an XC42 to find…

Maxi 1100: Fast and stylish seagoing cruiser

As an understated fast cruiser with racing potential and a nicely appointed interior, the Maxi 1100 has much to recommend her. David Harding reports

The Arcona 370 is a solid passagemaker and is well laid out for offshore sailing.

Arcona 370: A quality offshore cruiser that eats up the miles

If you’re in search of a capable and competitive 37-footer for offshore sailing, you might like to have a good look at the Arcona 370, says David Harding

The Beneteau Oceanis 351 is designed to be a family cruiser - easy to sail and with roomy accommodation

Beneteau Oceanis 351: A family boat that’s fun to sail

In the 1990s production cruising yachts got fatter and faster so Beneteau quickly joined the trend by relaunching its popular Oceanis range. Duncan Kent takes the Oceanis 351 out for…