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Sailboats
Why Mishi 102 is a Perfect Sailing Superyacht for Families and Friends
Ocean Independence, a global leader in luxury yacht brokerage, has shared insights into why the new Mishi 102 project is set to redefine family and group sailing experiences. The 31-metre Mishi 102 project, unveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show 2024, is exclusively available for sale through Ocean Independence. With a rich legacy in yacht building and a passionate, experienced team at the helm led by founder and chairman Şakir Yılmaztürk, Mishi Yachts is poised to deliver…
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Sailing Adventures
Plastiki Expedition, the Story of a Fantastic Sailing eco-adventure
In 2006, a group of young adventure-seekers headed by David de Rothschild came up with a crazy idea: to create a completely recyclable boat that would be capable of crossing the ocean. The result was Plastiki: a catamaran measuring 18.28 metres in length and 6.30 metres in width, with hulls made of an incredible 12,500 recyclable plastic bottles. The boat’s name is a play on the 1947 Kon-Tiki raft used to sail across the Pacific by Norwegian…
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People
The life of Alec Rose, the sailor who wanted to defeat Chichester
Sir Alec Rose (13 July 1908 – 11 January 1991) was a fruit merchant in England who after the World War II developed a passion for single-handed sailing. When Rose heard that Francis Chichester intended to sail single-handedly around the world, he was keen to compete. He attempted to start his journey at the same time as Chichester in 1966, but a collision off Ushant meant he had to postpone the departure of Lively Lady. Who was Alec Rose The circumnavigation began on 16…
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Cruising
The ultimate Dummy’s Guide to Sailing. INFOGRAPHIC
This infographic is designed by Black Prince to help people going sailing or on a sailing/canal boat holiday for the first time to stay safe at sea. What do you think about?
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Sailboats
New Grand Soleil Blue Will Make its debut at Boot Dusseldorf 2025
Grand Soleil Yachts announces the world premiere of the Grand Soleil Blue at the upcoming Boot Dusseldorf, taking place from January 18 to 26, 2025. This new project embodies the commitment of Grand Soleil Yachts and Cantiere del Pardo to sustainability and respect for the marine environment, representing a milestone in eco-friendly yacht building. “The sea is our passion and our home,” said Gigi Servidati, Cantiere del Pardo Chairman. “The GS Blue demonstrates how design, performance, and sustainability can harmoniously…
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Sailboats
Sunreef 43M Eco, The World’s Largest Eco Electric Catamaran Takes Shape
Sunreef Yachts announces a significant milestone in the construction of the Sunreef 43M Eco, set to become the world’s largest eco electric catamaran. The shipyard in Gdańsk, Poland – has successfully completed the composite hull infusion process, marking it as the biggest single-shot hull infusion project in the yachting industry. The Sunreef 43M Eco hull measures an impressive 43 meters in length and 15.4 meters in width, encompassing a total composite surface area of 1,700 mq. This innovative design features a…
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Cruising
How to Avoid a Gybe Broach – Video Tutorial
When sailing dead downwind in heavy air on a boat with a symmetrical spinnaker, control of the boat eventually will become a problem. One wrong wave, an unexpected puff or momentary loss of concentration by the helmsperson can lead to a gybe broach. This video will give you tips on how to avoid a dangerous, boat breaking gybe broach. To start with, you can’t sail the boat the same way in heavy air as you…
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Sailing Adventures
1936. Voyage around Cape Horn by schooner Wanderbird
Produced in 1936, this wonderful old film shows a voyage aboard a schooner named Wanderbird around South America. The captain of this vessel is Warwick M. Tompkins of Gloucester, Massachusetts, who later wrote a book about the journey entitled “50 South to 50 South”. For decades, the book has inspired many to seek out their own nautical adventures.
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Gear
How to Clean Your Sailboat… and Your Sails
Sailing is nice… but when we get back to port it’s time to take care of our boat. Remember to always keep your sailboat clean, it’s the only way to always have it in perfect shape! To clean your sailboat, you’ll need to gather some supplies and follow these steps: Rinse off any saltwater or dirt from the exterior of the boat using a hose or pressure washer. Scrub the hull and deck with a…
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Sailboats
Comfort Meets Endurance: The Mishi 88’s Test of Sea-Strength
When the curtain rose on this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, visitors to the Mishi Yachts stand had no idea of the odyssey which lay behind the gleaming 27-metre Mishi 88 yacht. Looking as if the wrapping had just been removed, the boat had nevertheless just completed a gruelling 1,500 nautical mile passage by sea from Istanbul. A crew of four sailors covered the distance across a stormy autumn Mediterranean in just seven days to demonstrate…
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