2024 July 1

Elan Impression 43

An offshore cruiser with plenty of options for family cruising

By Robert H. Perry
The newest design in the Elan series of cruising boats is this Rob Humphreys-designed Elan Impression 43, which marks 20 years of Humphreys designs for Elan. The deck is designed by the Pininfarina st
2024 July 1

Cayman 28

This gentleman’s skiff takes you sailing fast and comfortable

By Robert H. Perry
Regular readers probably know that years ago Mark Mills was an intern in my office. He was fun to have around and really knew sailing. I would listen to him talking to my clients on the phone with his
2024 July 1

Prepare for liftoff

The America’s Cup kicks off in Barcelona in August, with action on and off the race course

By Betsy Senescu
The 37th America’s Cup is right around the corner and what an extravaganza it promises to be, as six teams vie for victory in one of the world’s longest-running and prestigious sporting events. An
2024 July 1

July/august 2024

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By SAILING Magazine
Features  Safety at sea When the going gets rough, have the right equipment to be ready for emergencies Prepare for lift off The America’s Cup kicks off in Barcelona with action o
2024 June 1

Back to School

Students share the sailing school experiences that have changed their lives and make them full-fledged sailors

By SAILING Magazine
Sailing schools have come a long way over the years. What started with classes to teach the basics has turned into formal courses designed for lifelong learning. Sailors continue taking courses not ju
2024 June 1

Rapido 40

This high-powered, high-tech cruising trimaran has speed to burn

By Robert H. Perry
Now for that contrast I mentioned earlier: The Rapido 40 designed by Morrelli & Melvin in southern California, is a high-performance, high-tech, folding trimaran built by Triac Composites in Ho Ch
2024 June 1

Wisp

A daysailer with a vintage vibe will turn heads in every anchorage

By Robert H. Perry
We have two very contrasting designs to review this month. The first is this very special design that I’ll call a “weekender” although there’s nothing to stop it from sailing out for a mo
2024 June 1

Pangaea

The owners of this Baltic 39 have loved the sturdy racer-cruiser for 46 years and counting

By Erin L. Schanen
You really can have it all, at least in a sailboat. And Mac Madenwald and Wendy Gray have found it. Their Baltic 39 can hold its own in the Anacortes, Washington, racing fleet and or serve as the per
2024 June 1

Racing mode activated

A liveaboard cruising couple hits the race course in scenic and fun regatta and finds a new reason to love their boat

By Marissa Neely
The tropical sun beat down on us and we found relief in every puff of wind. Perhaps each breath that grazed my cheek and filled our sails was a promise of more to come or a personal “good luck” ki
2024 June 1

How do I keep my A-sail under control?

By Bob Pingel
Dear Boat Doctor,I bought an asymmetrical spinnaker this season. We are figuring out the sail but continue to struggle with one aspect. We fly the sail from a block mounted on the anchor roller. This
2024 June 1

June 2024

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By SAILING Magazine
Features Back to schoolStudents share the experiences that have made them full-fledged sailorsThe little boat that definitely couldThe owner of high-tech racers finds a delightful chall
2024 June 1

Solaris 44

This powerful performance cruiser exudes Italian style above and below deck

By Greta Schanen
It was a brisk autumn day, which also meant there was wind. That isn’t always the case on the Chesapeake Bay, and I was looking forward to sailing in the best conditions I’d seen all week. The day
2024 June 1

The knots you need to know

Mastering a handful of knots will give you a full arsenal of options on board

By Bob Pingel
Rope, line, cordage, whatever you call it, has been with us since the beginning of sailing time. To put a piece of rope to use, you must attach it to something, which often requires a knot. The body o
2024 April 1

Tanton No. 309

This rugged pilothouse cutter can handle the rough stuff in comfort

By Robert H. Perry
When Yves-Marie, Chuck and I left Dick Carter’s tower in Nahant, Massachusetts, to try it on our own I don’t think either of us knew where the future would take us in the world of yacht design. We
2024 April 1

Full Circle 30

This small oceangoing cruiser can be built by DIY builders

By Robert H. Perry
It’s hard to find interesting designs for review these days. So this month I thought we’d try a little different approach. In early 1973 I quit my design job in Seattle, loaded my Peugeot wagon an
2024 April 1

Beneteau First 36

Beneteau’s latest midsize racer-cruiser gets the mix right

By Bob Pingel
The Beneteau First series has a long history and proud pedigree. Launched in the late 1970s, Beneteau First designs have collected wins all over the globe. Over time, the design ethos wavered a bit, b
2024 April 1

April/May 2024

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By SAILING Magazine
Features  Sailor’s delight A return trip to the British Virgin Islands designed to maximizing sailing miles is a panacea for a group of northern sailors Escape from the madding cro
2024 April 1

Sailor's Delight

A return trip to the British Virgin Islands designed to maximizing sailing miles is a panacea for a group of northern sailors

By Erin L. Schanen
We were sailing on a reach, a stiff 25-knot trade wind filling our sails and kicking up whitecaps across the teal water. Behind us, the dark form of islands rising from the water slowly retreated and,
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