Sailing Today

Sailing Today is the magazine for hands on cruising sailors, offering a wealth of practical advice and a dynamic mix of in-depth boat, gear and equipment reviews.

It is written cover to cover by sailors for sailors. Since its launch in 1997, Sailing Today has sealed its reputation as the magazine for essential sailing information and advice.

Thanks to our superb team of experts, Sailing Today is packed with news and advice for the hands-on cruising sailor. Specialising in yachts between 25ft and 60ft, with fantastic market leading boat and gear tests, and regular advice about seamanship and navigation, Sailing Today delivers the practical back up needed for those who enjoy using their boats, be it cruising around the coast, across the channel or in blue waters.

Sailing Today

Skipper’s View • THINGS THAT GO BEEP IN THE NIGHT AND OTHER STORIES DESTINED TO SPOIL A GOOD SAIL

Rainbow’s End • A stormy day in Hanalei Harbour on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. This picture perfect anchorage with its dramatic backdrop of lush mountains, and wetlands was once used by ancient Hawaiians to grow taro – a root vegetable – and then rice. It is also a popular picnic spot and well worth a visit if cruising the area.

Ebb and flow • EVENTS | NEWS | TALES FROM THE SAILING COMMUNITY

New boats • A look at the latest launches from around the globe

The Coconut Milk Run • A Pacific crossing seems like something from a dream, yet owning a decent boat gives you the keys to the kingdom. South Seas veteran Rod Heikell gives you a few tips to help you on your way

London Calling • Adventurer Bob Shepton may be famed for his high latitude high jinks but he left it late to fulfil a more attainable dream of sailing up the Thames Estuary to London

Round the Island Race tips • The Round the Island Race always offers a fantastic day on the water, with a tantalising mix of fun, friendship and achievement. Follow Rupert Holmes’ expert tips for a safe, enjoyable and fast race

Paul Heiney • Are flares in or out of fashion? Paul ponders the idea about whether or not flares are gradually being superseded by modern day technology

Andy Rice • One design racing can be tough on the ego. It’s not like you can blame the handicapping system - so hats off the Cape 31 organisers for keeping the whole fleet happy...

Beast of burden • Alubat once described its Ovni range as ‘the Land Rover of the sea’. Garcia Yachts has gone one better and built a Humvee. Sam Jefferson puts it through its paces

Tom Cunliffe • Off-watch during passage making shouldn’t be viewed as a bore but instead a golden opportunity to embrace a hobby, interest, or learn something new says Tom ...

Cowes Week 2023 • This year’s pinnacle regatta promises to be as uniquely memorable as ever as Georgie Corlett-Pitt finds out…

Bluewater kit • Sam Fortescue takes a look at the latest, essential kit on the market for long distance cruising

Baked Alaska • Nick and Jenny Coghlan narrate an eventful voyage to Prince William Sound, Alaska aboard their Vancouver 27 Bosun Bird

Dinghy clothing • Sam Fortescue takes a look at the latest fashions and innovations in the world of dinghy sailing clothing

Tropical choice • With so many yacht charter companies expanding globally, now is the time to consider a sailing holiday further afield in the tropics writes Sue Pelling

PORTBAIL SUR MER MARINA • Portbail in Normandy is a good stopover for visitors making a trip across the channel. It also has a rich history as Brian Ferguson reveals

Riding out a gale at sea • Not all modern yachts are equipped to heave-to in a gale. So what are the alternatives? Tom Cunliffe provides some advice

And the winner is… • Barry Pickthall looks back on an event-filled...