Sailboats of 8 to 9 meters

Contessa 28, an English sailboat with character

16 July 2026 by Ronan

The Jeremy Rogers shipyard in England is not the best-known of British sailboat manufacturers. Yet some of its production series are among the sailboats that have marked the history of recreational boating in Great Britain, and that of offshore racing in Europe. Among his designs is another excellent sailboat, the Contessa 28. This Doug Peterson …

The 10 best 8-meter sailboats, across all generations

8 July 2026 by Ronan

The size of sailboats offered by shipyards continues to grow. Today, it is increasingly difficult to find mass-produced 8-meter sailboats. Some niche shipyards, French or foreign, have taken advantage of this to carve out a place for themselves. I’m thinking of the Breton brands Marée Haute, Idb Marine, La Pabook Compagnie, or the Austrian Winner …

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How to choose the power of solar panels for your sailboat?

24 July 2026

Sailing is an excellent way to learn how to conserve energy. One of the most efficient ways to generate electricity on board is to install solar panels. But how do you choose the right power output for your sailboat’s solar panels? Navigating independently and managing one’s energy are habits we quickly adopt. These habits are ...

How to cook on board your small sailboat?

24 July 2026

Cooking aboard a small sailboat isn’t easy. But it’s still possible to plan ahead and eat something other than pasta or sandwiches. Let’s look at some tips for cooking on board your small sailboat. Sailing a small sailboat is a whole philosophy. It’s also an excellent way to learn how to manage your space and ...

How to organize and store the interior of your sailboat?

24 July 2026

A well-organized and tidy sailboat is not only essential for life on board, but also a guarantee of safety. Organizing and tidying the saloon and cabins allows for a more peaceful cruising experience, even coastal cruising, and also makes it easier to find emergency equipment when needed. Here’s a short guide, based on my experience ...

Cap Camarat 6.0 CC: a versatile dayboat for a new generation of boaters

24 July 2026

Jeanneau is expanding its Cap Camarat range with the 6.0 CCThis model is designed to meet the expectations of a generation of boaters seeking greater freedom, versatility, and above all, simplicity. This 5.94-meter (19’5″) dayboat is suitable for both beginners and experienced sailors, with a optimized hull to combine performance, safety and ease of use. ...

“Less is More” on board: when simplicity gives meaning back to sailing

24 July 2026

A few years ago, I made an observation: my boat had become a source of constraints far more than a vehicle for freedomBetween time-consuming maintenance, unnecessary equipment to repair, mounting costs, and the stress of managing everything, the magic of sailing had faded. So, I decided to get back to basics. Fewer objects, less complexity, ...