She is more ‘cruising’ than X-Yachts’ Performance range but more ‘performance’ than its Cruising range, so who is she for? Graham Snook takes her sailing to find out
Yacht reviews
Najad 450CC review
Najad has launched its first new model since 2010. Graham Snook travelled to Sweden to see what she’s like
Bavaria Cruiser 34 review
Bavaria Cruiser 34 review See the August 2016 issue of Yachting Monthly for the full test What’s she like to sail? She was responsive and enjoyable on the helm, though…
Contest 42CS review
At almost 13 metres long the 42CS is no baby, but she is the newest arrival to the Contest family. We sent Graham Snook to Holland to test her mettle…
USED BOAT: Westerly Centaur
Westerly Centaur review See the January 2013 issue of Yachting Monthly for the full test What’s she like to sail? She’s not the most close-winded of boats and weather helm…
USED BOAT: Rustler 31
Rustler 31 review See the April 2016 issue of Yachting Monthly for the full test What’s she like to sail? With her sound design, substantial build quality, encapsulated long keel…
USED BOAT: Freedom 35
Freedom 35 review See the May 2016 issue of Yachting Monthly for the full test What’s she like to sail? If you’ve never sailed a Freedom, it’s a little daunting…
USED BOAT: Bavaria 34
If you’re looking for your first coastal cruiser, this boat should be on your list. Duncan Kent takes a 15-year-old Bavaria 34 out for a blustery spin and explains why
USED BOAT: Van de Stadt, Legend 34
The Van de Stadt Legend 34 is a sturdy and seaworthy yacht, built for serious coastal and offshore cruising in all weathers. Duncan Kent sails one off Portland
Hanse 315 review
Hanse’s new smallest addition was designed to be affordable. Graham Snook tested her to see if she’s worth it