Sailboat

OSTAR: Finally back on the water May 19th 2013
After weeks of prep, Zest is finally ready to get reacquainted with the waves.

Boats on the Edge: The AC72 Catamaran May 18th 2013
The “platform” provided by the hulls, crossbeams and trampoline on the AC72 is the size of a tennis court.

Boats We Love: The Melges 24 is Pure Awesome May 11th 2013
This racing sailboat epitomizes the pain/pleasure metaphor.

OSTAR: Veteran skippers provide encouragement, instruction May 9th 2013
The community of sailors preparing for the Original Single-handed Trans-Atlantic Race band together over race logistics, providing support for each other.

Manic Monday Videos: How to squeeze an 80-foot mast into 65 feet May 6th 2013
Who said that math had no practical life applications?

OSTAR Singlehanded Transatlantic Race: Getting To the Start Is the Hardest Part May 2nd 2013
Kass Schmitt is attempting to become the first American woman to finish the Original Single-handed Trans-Atlantic Race.

Living the Sailing Dream, Part Five May 1st 2013
Next stop: Finding valuable experience on a boat.

Living the Sailing Dream, Part Three April 16th 2013
A drunken, inexperienced captain makes for a tumultuous adventure.

Living the Sailing Dream, Part Two April 9th 2013
Opportunity knocks a second time for Leah — and this time she opens the door.

Manic Monday Videos: Sailing in 55 Knots April 8th 2013
Incredible gusts threaten to overpower this French sailor.

European Yacht of the Year Awards 2013: The Candidates January 15th 2013
After the windy opener at Southampton, the second test for European Yacht of the Year in La Spezia was much more mellow. Nevertheless, failures occurred.

Bernard Stamm Deserves A Jury of His Peers January 5th 2013
A recent disqualification decision has led many of his Vendée Globe competitors to publicly support Bernard Stamm.

Beneteau Sense 46: Expanding the Concept December 29th 2012
With the Sense 46, Beneteau remains true to the discrete and unconventional concept by closing the gap between 43 and 50 feet.

Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600: Long-Distance Runner December 22nd 2012
With a new 36-footer, Jeanneau addresses performance-oriented sailors. The Sun Fast 3600 should appeal to in- and offshore racing