My first offshore race was the North Sea Race: a triangular course that began off the east coast of England and, with any luck, ended somewhere just outside the port of Rotterdam. Everything went to plan until late the evening before the start, when our navigator announced he had left the charts back in London. … Read more

Without intending any disrespect to grammar, yachts are often referred to as “she” — and Saga makes that feel completely natural. Her slender lines and elegant overhangs mark her as a classic Six Meter, a boat that turns heads and rewards close inspection. Modern yachts no longer sport carved, bare-chested figureheads, but a well-turned hull … Read more

I could pretend I’m not old enough to remember Loran-A or the eerie beeps of radio direction finders, and I might deny the old navigator’s trick of shutting down the engine to listen for buoys in fog. But those memories remain useful reminders that reliable navigation doesn’t always depend on the latest gadget. Today’s market … Read more

Mark Bruckmann and Mark Ellis, Bruckmann Yachts, Mississauga, Ontario. www.bruckmannyachts.com Many cruisers hesitate to consider a motorsailer because they expect to trade sailing performance for power-driven convenience. In reality, the modern motorsailer is meant to offer the best of both worlds: efficient, comfortable passage-making under sail or engine, excellent seakeeping, and simple handling. For bluewater … Read more

Oliver on the move Rhode Island’s future tall ship, the Oliver Hazard Perry, was towed from Newport, R.I., by the tug Hope. The 132-foot hull will undergo extensive steel and mechanical work this winter at Promet Marine Services in Providence, R.I. When rebuilt and rigged as a Class A tall ship, it will measure 207 … Read more

Why a Tanker Appeared to Hover: The Science Behind Superior Mirages Advances in foiling and marine design have enabled boats to rise above the water on hydrofoils, but those craft are still firmly in the airless realm of physics. So when a resident of a hamlet in Cornwall watched what looked like a tanker hovering … Read more

Why I Still Love My Boston Whaler 17 Montauk After a lifetime spent on the water and hundreds of boats seen—from canoes to yachts—one model has always stood out to me for its dependability and practical design: the Boston Whaler Montauk. My pride and joy is a 1985 Boston Whaler 17 Montauk, powered by a … Read more

Cruisers Yachts Debuts the Cantius 42 at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Cruisers Yachts introduced the Cantius 42 at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in November, extending the brand’s long-running Cantius line with a model that emphasizes roomy interiors and intelligent use of space. Replacing the Cantius 41, the new 42-foot express cruiser … Read more

TerreStar Genus: A Dual-Mode Cell and Satellite Phone Built for Boaters and Outdoor Enthusiasts The TerreStar Genus combines cellular and satellite communications in a single handheld device, delivering a unique option for boaters, skiers, hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable voice and data connectivity beyond traditional coverage areas. Slightly larger than a BlackBerry, … Read more

New $330 Million “18‑Mile Stretch” on U.S. Highway 1 Linking Florida City and Key Largo Is Complete A newly completed $330 million roadway that connects the South Florida mainland with the Florida Keys has reached completion. The project, commonly referred to as the “18‑Mile Stretch,” is a renovated segment of U.S. Highway 1 between Florida … Read more