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Limitless Exploration: The New Garcia Exploration 52 Sets Sail for Adventure
Calling all globetrotting sailors! Just a splash after the success of their 45-footer, Garcia Yachts has unveiled the Exploration 52, a luxurious beast crafted for conquering the world in comfort. This 50-foot beauty is perfect for sharing unforgettable journeys, no matter the destination. While the 45 might be ideal for a couple’s adventure, the 52… Read More >>
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2022 Best Boat Nominees. Turns out it takes more than a pandemic to keep sailors, naval architects and boatbuilders down. It wasn’t fair, but there’s no denying some parts of the global economy fared better than others this past …
Best Performance Boat. Grand Soleil 44. One of the trickier things about SAIL’s Best Boats contest is deciding how best to categorize some of the winners. A prime example of …
Systems rich, but with a smart, straightforward layout that makes it possible for a seasoned sailing couple to voyage and operate safely, the CNB 66 bested a very capable trio …
The Hylas H57 comes loaded with systems to make a powerful bluewater cruiser quite manageable for a cruising couple, winning it top honors as Best Full-Size Cruiser in Cruising World’s Boat of the Year contest.
Judges for the best boat of the year 2022 look for a combination of sailing performance and cruising comforts. Before we get to the best sailboat or the year, let’s …
With a powerful, versatile sail plan—as well as light, solid construction and go-fast daggerboards—the Balance 482 is a go-anywhere cat that puts a premium on performing, which made it the perfect choice as Best …