In a world in which yachts are constantly becoming larger, this Dutch brand is bucking the trend, with the smallest-ever model in its 20-year history. It’s intended to offer performance…
Reviews
J-Boats J/45 review
Moving water is hard work. A big, foaming wake might look impressive, but it’s not fast. Glide through the water with as little disturbance as possible, however, and the chance…
Grand Soleil 34.1 review
Getting to know a boat you haven’t met before can be a true voyage of discovery. And in the case of Andy Iyer and his family, with their Grand Soleil…
GT325 review: a little different
There seems to be a consensus that all new cruising yachts look the same, but I would defy anyone to say that about the GT325. That’s because she is different…
X-Yachts X43 review: fast passage making in comfort
You know the stars have aligned when you get Force 4-5 and bright sunshine, as well as a boat, crew, photographer and RIB all in the right place at the…
Jeanneau Sun 2500 review
Size is often an overrated feature in a boat. Bigger can be better in some instances but, to my mind, the old adage that the fun derived from a boat…
Ewincher electric winch handle review
Designed for yachts from 30 to 60 feet, Ewincher is an electrically assisted winch handle recently upgraded and relaunched with more power and longer battery life. You can use it…
Magma Original Marine Kettle gas grill
The Magma Original Marine Kettle gas grill is ubiquitous among boaters who want to bring the convenience of a home barbecue aboard practically any vessel. Manufactured in the USA of…
Kuuma Stow N’ Go 160 marine grill
The Kuuma Stow N’ Go 160 is a portable, propane-powered marine grill well suited to life at sea. Constructed of lightweight 304 stainless steel to resist corrosion, this unit features…
Kuuma Stow N’ Go Elite 216 marine grill
I spent much of summer 2023 testing several of the best marine grills from leading manufacturers. My favorite among them was the Kuuma Stow N’ Go 216 Elite with electric…