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 • WE LIVE IN A WORLD THAT YEARNS FOR A PAST UTOPIA AND THE GOLDEN GLOBE IS THEREFORE A TRUE RACE FOR OUR TIMES

Spinalonga time coming

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

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

Paul Heiney • The dizzying price of a litre of diesel these days has given Paul much pause for thought when it comes to firing up the engine when the wind dies

Andy Rice • Regatta sailing in Europe is back in full swing and Covid seems like a bad memory. Yet the legacy of supply chain issues can impact when it comes to logistics

Skills and Thrills • Clive Loughlin suggests three different itineraries for sailing in the Solent on Saturday 24 September 2022

Cowes Week • It's world-class racing for top pros, it's a family event where kids race with grandparents, it's more than 50 series going on at one time, it's party central, it's a proving ground...the UK's biggest regatta is a week no sailor ever forgets

What took you so long? • The Golden Globe Race is back, and the award for the slowest passage goes to… Mark Sinclair. Sam Jefferson talks to him about what took him so long in 2018 and aspirations for 2022

Tom Cunliffe • The rise of GPS has changed the way we navigate forever, but the news that the UKHO is discontinuing paper charrts gives pause for thought

Hyères we go • The Îles d’Hyères are beloved by the French and sailors training for the Olympics but are otherwise often overlooked. Sam Jefferson decided to explore

Baltic Sea Race • Georgie Corlett-Pitt talks to Ed Bell owner of the JPK 1180 'Dawn Treader'

Unmythable wine tours • The Ionian isn't just about the azure water and beautiful scenery: Tom Fletcher’s vineyard route provides an alternative slant to the popular sailing area

Hanse Up • We live in unusual times and the fact that over 150 Hanse 460s were sold before anyone was able to look at one, makes it a hit. Is it any good though? Sam Jefferson finds out

ALTERNATIVE BOATS

10 reasons to visit the Southampton International Boat Show • The 53rd Southampton International Boat Show, which runs from 16-25 September, is back with its successful, expanded layout and greater range of exhibits. There is plenty lined up, whatever kind of sailing you do. Chelsea Magazines, our parent company, is the event’s official media partner. Here’s 10 reasons why a visit should be in your diary

CHATHAM MARITIME MARINA • The historic town of Chatham in Kent and its vibrant MDL marina complex in the heart of a multi-million-pound leisure and retail development, is fast-becoming a popular east coast base

Don't live on the kedge... get a grip • Susan Koning has over two decades of experience living on board and exploring exotic destinations. As such, she knows that the most valuable thing a bluewater sailor can have is experience. Here she offers some vital tips to increase your confidence and enjoyment of living...