The new Elan flagship, the E6, comes from its E-line of performance boats, rather than the cruising Impression line or the GT luxury range. To that end, the E6 is…
Reviews
First look: Dehler 46SQ
The Dehler 46SQ isn’t a new boat exactly – the range’s flagship 46 was launched in 2015 – but it’s standard practice for yards to update their models part way…
Hanse 460: first test of this luxurious cruiser
First of a new range from new designers, the Hanse 460 is very much a Hanse but also very different. David Harding sees whether the new formula works
Dehler 30 OD: the most fun you can have on the water
Can a one-design offshore racing yacht be suitable for short-handed cruising too? This might actually be the case with the new Dehler 30
First look: X-Yachts X 4.3
The new version of the X 4.3 has some pretty big boots to fill. Not only had X-Yachts sold more than 100 of the yachts, she impressed many on launch,…
First look: Beneteau First 36
Although not officially launched at the Cannes Yachting Festival, this was the first time we had been able to step aboard the new Beneteau First 36. Launches in the sub-40ft…
Best polarized sunglasses for sailors: 9 pairs tested
A decent set of sunglasses are essential on the water. Theo Stocker explains why they’re so vital, and tests nine pairs
Sadler 26: the little boat with big attitude
Is the Sadler 26 the ultimate small yacht or just an overgrown dinghy? Rachael Sprot steps aboard to find out
Arcona 385 review – evolution not revolution
Plenty has changed in the last 10 years. We’ve come through Brexit, Covid and TikTok dance crazes. Some things haven’t changed much though. Swedish yard Arcona has just launched its…
MG 335: Second-hand secret weapon
One of the most versatile cruiser/racers of the 1980s, the MG 335 is still an excellent buy as a fast, roomy and well-mannered cruiser with plenty of racing potential