When you’re planning to explore the sea and go boating, the first question that comes to mind is whether to buy or rent a boat. This question is generally linked to budget, both when purchasing the boat and when considering year-round availability and sailing opportunities. Indeed, while buying a sailboat is a dream and a …
The availability and number of marina berths in France has been a problem plaguing the recreational boating market for many years. And yet, is the number of marina berths truly insufficient? It is often said that the recreational boating market in France is hampered by the number of marina berths. It is true that finding …
Organized moorings are an alternative to pontoon berths. Learn all about the regulations for mooring your boat. A berth on a pontoon is excessively expensive for a sailboat. Anchoring can be a very attractive alternative. Having a berth on a pontoon is convenient, we can all agree on that. However, berths are expensive, both literally …
Renting a boat requires just as much care as going to sea with your own boat. But beyond navigation equipment, what are the key points to check on a rental boat? Going to sea requires preparation and planning. Whether you own your boat or have chosen to rent a sailboat or motorboat, you remain the …
Maintaining a boat requires numerous tasks, and this maintenance comes at a cost. However, it’s possible to reduce expenses by performing certain tasks yourself. But is it possible to do without professional boating services and maintain your boat entirely on your own? Let’s look at which tasks can be carried out independently versus with a …
VHF radio is an essential communication tool on board a sailboat. Choosing between a fixed or portable VHF radio depends on your sailing plans. Whatever the boat, the program, and…the mobile phone we own, it is imperative to have a fixed or portable VHF radio See mandatory. This communication system is the preferred means of …
In the field of maritime navigation, the software offerings, whether for computers, mobile devices, or specific equipment, are considerable. How can one find their way through them? A few years ago, during a research master’s degree in my graduate studies, I chose to investigate computer tools related to design (the transition from idea to vector …
Whether sailing solo or with a small crew, during long voyages, how do you stay on course for hours on end? Can you let go of the helm and attend to other tasks? So many questions that people often ask themselves. If the existence autopilot While this is obvious to all solo sailors in maritime …
AIS is a navigational instrument that is increasingly common on our boats. What is an AIS system, and what is its purpose? Finally, should you equip your boat with one? Definition of the AIS system AIS stands for “Automatic Identification System“, Or automatic identification system In French. This navigation instrument, increasingly common on our boats, …
The Exploration 52 is one of the flagship models from the Garcia Yachting shipyard. This boat is the flagship sailboat of this specialist in aluminum cruising sailboats. Here’s a look at a boat capable of sailing on all seas, from the warmest to the coldest. This new cruising sailboat, aluminum integral dinghy was designed by …
Tricat, the specialist in folding-arm trimarans, presented the Tricat 30 in 2016. The Breton shipyard has been gaining momentum with this 9m cruising trimaran. Here’s a look at a multihull that has everything to please everyone. The Tricat shipyard, managed by Antoine HOUDET and created in 2003, began its history with thee Tricat 22 then …
The Explocat 52 is an offshore aluminum catamaran built by Garcia Yachting. This multihull is designed for long voyages, in all oceans, on all seas. A true all-terrain catamaran. Garcia Yachting is a shipyard building aluminum cruising boats and offering semi-custom units, also built in aluminum. The shipyard unveils the first images of its Explocat …
Ah, the Mediterranean… Its turquoise waters, its dream beaches, and… its trash? Well, that was then! Because Mandelieu-La Napoule has just made a major breakthrough by becoming the first city in France to achieve the goal of zero waste at sea. And frankly, as a lover of the coastline, I can only applaud this brilliant …
In a universe where cost inflation increasingly characterizes the world of offshore racing, with a new class of sailboats and an innovative championship emerging to redefine the rules of the game. The Imer Class And The Elements offer a unique approach, combining performance, financial accessibility And respect for the environmentAn initiative that could well inspire …
The 52 SUPER SERIES, the world’s premier grand prix monohull circuit, makes its highly anticipated return to Spain this week for the Marina Rubicón Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week. From July 20 to 25, 2026, thirteen elite teams representing eleven nations will battle it out in the challenging waters between Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, where …
The Saxdor 340 GTWA is a 10.78 m walkaround yacht from the Finnish shipyard Saxdor Yachts. This motorboat combines the advantages of an outdoor pleasure boat with the protection from the elements thanks to a fully glazed and enclosed wheelhouse. Retractable side decks and a modular configuration make it a vessel suited to the needs …
The Targa25.1 is a Nordic speedboat built for adventure. The fourth generation of an iconic model from the Finnish manufacturer Botnia Marin, this wheelhouse boat combines safety and seaworthiness. Designed to handle rough seas, it appeals to both professionals and discerning recreational boaters looking for a reliable, robust, and functional vessel for fishing in all …
The Boston Whaler 170 Montauk is a highly versatile 5-meter center-cockpit boat, capable of a wide range of uses. Simple and efficient, this motorboat has everything going for it. The Boston Whaler 170 Montauk is a 17-foot (5.28m) center console boat designed for fishing, watersports, and family outings. I knew an owner who compared it …
The Saxdor 340 GTWA is a 10.78m walkaround designed by the Finnish shipyard Saxdor Yachts. This motorboat is designed to combine the advantages of a day-boat for outdoor living with protection from inclement weather thanks to a fully glazed, enclosed wheelhouse. Its deployable side terraces and modular layout make it a boat that can truly …
The French shipyard Beneteau unveils the Gran Turismo 50, flagship of its new “sport-luxury” range. This model of approximately 15 m follows in the footsteps of the GT 35 and GT 40, with the ambition of strengthening the manufacturer’s position in the high-end express-cruiser segment. Conception and design The boats of the Gran Turismo range …
After presenting the Wellcraft 28, the American shipyard announces the arrival of 3 new models, which are evolutions of the first in order to adapt to 4 navigation programs. To remember Wellcraft, the historic American brand of the Bénéteau Group, is expanding its 28-foot range with three new models presented as world premieres at the …
The Bénéteau Flyer Viva 7.80 is a boat which, in addition to being elegant, has won over boaters looking for a small motorboat to sail with their family, exploring the islands and having fun on the water, leaving plenty of room for sunbathing. The Bénéteau Flyer Viva 7.80 was designed as a versatile, comfortable cruiser. …
243 Fisherman as a major evolution of its range dedicated to sport fishing. At 7.42 meters long, this boat aims to combine performance, robustness and versatility, in a segment where competition is intense. To remember The Wellcraft 243 Fisherman is a 7.42-meter center console boat designed for sport fishing, family outings, and coastal cruising. Launched …