The 50th Rolex Fastnet Race got underway today, Saturday 22 July, with the largest offshore racing fleet ever setting off from Cowes in rain and 20-25 knot headwinds . With…
‘Gnarly’ but potentially record-breaking forecast for 2023 Rolex Fastnet Race
Strong headwinds are forecast for the start of the 50th Rolex Fastnet Race, which sets off tomorrow from Cowes, Isle of Wight to Cherbourg, France, via the iconic course around…
What does it take to sail two-handed around the world?
Long-distance offshore racing nurtures extraordinary levels of self reliance and mutual support. The inaugural Globe 40 race, an ambitious and testing circumnavigation for double-handed Class 40 teams via the three…
Rolex Fastnet Race 2023 stacked IMOCA fleet set to entertain
The famous Rolex Fastnet Race always provides an intriguing line up of amateur and professional teams all looking for race glory as they battle the 629nm course from Cowes, round…
Who will win the 2023 Rolex Fastnet Race?
This Saturday’s 2023 Rolex Fastnet Race will be the biggest offshore race of all time, with a record-breaking entry list of over 490 yachts for its 50th anniversary edition (the…
Best Fishing Kayaks: 7 boats to serve the needs of any angler
When my wife and I moved to the coast several years ago, I finally got the opportunity to use my sit-on-top kayaks in the environment for which they were designed.…
Best sailing knives: 12 of the best safety knives for emergency use
The safety knife is an often neglected tool, typically languishing strapped to a binnacle leg or stowed inside a lifejacket or a belt pouch. until that is, the moment comes…
Two giant foiling trimarans set for a Fastnet Race battle
As with most big races around the world, bragging rights in the Rolex Fastnet Race race are split into two broad camps, the line honours winners (the first boat to…
How to win the Rolex Fastnet Race: expert navigator’s tips
The 2021 edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race came with an interesting change. The finish line, having always previously been in Plymouth, is now in Cherbourg. Not only does this…
Lone star: Kirsten Neuschäfer the Golden Globe Race winner
“Sometimes in the tropics, if it’s nice and calm, I’ll drop sail and I’ll lash the helm over to one side,” recalled Kirsten Neuschäfer before the start of the Golden…
How climate change is affecting weather patterns: and what it means for sailors
For bluewater cruisers one of the most significant impacts of climate change is the increased unpredictability of weather and disruption of established patterns. The Ocean Cruising Club commissioned a report…
Best kayak seats and SUP seats for back support on paddling adventures
Alongside stand-up paddleboards, sit-on-top kayaks are easily the most popular paddling craft on the water, especially in summer, and most people kick off their kayaking journey on such boats. Popular…
Double handed sailing skills: gybing symmetric spinnakers
Double handed sailing skills are increasingly important to master as the recent boom in double handed racing, both inshore and offshore, continues and boats designed for couples to cruise two-up…
Sony SRS-XB13 waterproof bluetooth speaker review
The Sony SRS-XB13 waterproof bluetooth speaker is my favourite speaker for use out in the water and I often take mine (for which I paid full price) with me when…
Best Prime Day waterproof binoculars deals: Save up to 43%
Note: Prime Day 2023 has now finished, but if you’re looking for a waterproof speaker then check out our guide to the best waterproof speakers. Everyone who uses a boat…
Here are the best Prime Day waterproof speaker deals I could find
As a writer and product tester across our marine group of magazines I find myself out on the water quite a lot (not to mention most of my hobbies include…
Best Prime Day solar panels, 12V lithium batteries and charger deals
I just can’t help myself. I bought another boat (why have two when you can have three boats?) and it’s a bit of a project. So Prime Day is an…
Prime Day kayak deals: Last chance to grab the summer’s biggest bargains
Prime Day ends at midnight tonight, so there’s just a few hours left for paddlers to get discounts on everything from tandem kayaks to convertible SUP/kayak kits. But don’t forget,…
Best Prime Day sailing watch deals: Save up to 59%
Who doesn’t love a good watch? There’s some great Prim Day sailing watch deals out there right now, I’ve had a good rummage through them to pick out some of…
Prime Day paddle board accessories: the best deals from pumps to paddles
Note: Prime Day 2023 has now concluded, if you’re in the market for paddle board accessories from paddle to pumps and more take a look at our full paddle board…