Motor boats

The rigid inflatable boat: a versatile vessel for any type of navigation.

11 March 2026 by Ronan

The rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is a very versatile vessel, simple to use and maintain. I offer a comprehensive guide to this motorboat, its different models, and construction types. Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) are becoming increasingly common on our waterways. And this is nothing new. I confess, when I was younger, as a sailor, I …

Ostrea 600 Timonier, the all-weather fishing boat

9 March 2026 by Ronan

The Ocqueteau Ostrea 600 Timonier is an economical, simple, well-built, and highly versatile fishing and leisure boat. Designed for both recreational anglers and coastal professionals, this 6.20-meter outboard motorboat is distinguished by its infusion-molded construction, enclosed wheelhouse, and spacious cockpit. Certified for 7 people and compatible with engines up to 150 hp, it offers balanced …

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Cadiz: An essential stopover for boaters

11 May 2026

Cadiz, an Andalusian jewel perched on a peninsula between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, is a top destination for sailors. A historic city, a bustling port, and a strategic stopover, Cadiz captivates with its unique blend of heritage, maritime life, and conviviality. Whether you arrive by sailboat for a short stop or to explore the ...

Seawind 1000, the catamaran that adapts to your program

11 May 2026

THE Seawind 1000 is a compact cruising catamaran, designed by the Australian shipyard Seawind CatamaransLaunched in 2002, it quickly established itself as a benchmark in the 10-meter catamaran category, thanks to its unique blend of simplicity, robustness, and comfort. With over 225 units produced, it has won over sailors worldwide, particularly for its ease of ...

What are the best used catamarans?

11 May 2026

The multihull has become the go-to sailboat for offshore cruising in recent years. But a catamaran can also be an excellent boat for sailing along our coastlines, whether for a weekend getaway or a summer week. In France, there are many shipyards that build catamarans, and the used market is becoming more accessible. But which ...

Soaring fuel prices: What if the solution came from an old-fashioned boat?

11 May 2026

Fuel costs €200, outings at sea are becoming increasingly rare, and there’s the bitter feeling of seeing your boat remain in port… For two years now, French boaters have been gritting their teeth. Between soaring fuel prices and general inflation, Motorboating has become a luxurySome have even given up, selling their boat or letting it ...

The Île d’Yeu, the island of the Ponant that looks out to sea

4 May 2026

HAS 17 km off the coast of Vendée, L’Île d’Yeu It stands like a pearl of the Atlantic, the furthest from the mainland among the islands of the Ponant archipelago. With its 23 km² of landIt boasts a breathtaking diversity of landscapes: long white sandy beaches, granite cliffs, wild moors, sunken lanes and hedgerowsBut beyond ...