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As with any offshore yacht race, routing plays a vital role in attaining a podium position and the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is no exception. Navigation is as important as weather routing in making sure that a team…
Sydney Yachts has announced the launch of its limited edition Sydney 36CR-X sport model which will make its racing debut at this year's Audi Hamilton Island Race Week. According to Sydney Yachts media release, the Sydney 36CR-X “retains the trademark…
ontender Sailcloth's new range of MAXIKOTE Polyester Spinnaker cloth has proven its ability to withstand the toughest conditions in the world – and help win the Volvo Ocean Race. Race winner ERICSSON 4 exclusively used Contender's MAXIKOTE Polyester Spinnaker cloth…
Barnacle Buster is a safe, non-toxic and biodegradable marine growth remover. It is specifically formulated to meet an industry wide need for a fast, safe and cost effective alternative to mechanical cleaning of water cooled equipment. With minimal dismantling of…
Thinking outside the square is never easy, but the designers of the radical new Moody 45DS have done just that, reports Kevin Green. The Moody 45 deck saloon’s modern lines, angular hull and straight stem ensure this yacht receives plenty…
Celebrating their 60th year of boat building history, Elan Marine continues their positive drive forward with a new addition to their highly successful Cruiser Racer range for 2010. Classy, cheeky and in fact the smallest in the range, the new…
Moody boats will be presenting the new and unique Moody DS 62, Decksaloon, a World Cruiser, at the Southampton Show in September 2009 and than at the Genoa Show in October. The cockpit with a sail handling cockpit and a…
Multihull Solutions continues to go from strength to strength following its appointment as the exclusive importer and distributor for prestigious Sunreef Yachts in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. The company has exclusive representation for many of the world's…
TITAN Trailer Brakes introduces the new and improved way of installing hydraulic brake lines with its new alternative to the old solid steel tubing. Up to as much as three quarters of the assembly time and saving in manufacturing dollars….
Scanstrut's new range of instrument pods takes a fresh look at the challenge of installing chartplotters or radar displays, onto power or sailboats. The ingenious Deck Pod solves the problem of finding a level mounting surface on your boat. Offering…
The new CorecellTM M-Foam is the only core to offer a complete cost-effective package comprising high shear strength, low weight and high elongation, low resin uptake for infusion processes and high temperature stability for prepreg processes. CorecellTM M-Foam is the…
Bavaria Yachts new Cruiser 32, has been nominated for European Yacht of the Year 2009/10. `We are delighted and excited about the nomination,´ says Andres Cardenas, CEO Bavaria Yachts. ´In close cooperation with Farr Yacht Design and BMW Group DesignworksUSA…
The MSRR2107 will soon be hitting the marine electronics market. Building upon the foundation of the breakthrough MSR2007 stereo, Jensen Marine, has announced the next generation in black-box technology with the MSR2107 Waterproof AM/FM/ and USB Equipped Stereo. The MSR2107…
More information has been released on the exciting new Bavaria Cruiser 32, designed by Farr Yacht Design and BMW Designworks USA. The design data and preliminary drawings indicate this yacht will be light, fast and balanced. The interior layout features…
The new Sun Fast 3200 has been winning both races and plaudits in Europe.Now for the first time it will be on show in Australia at the Sydney InternationalBoat Show. Conceived by award winning designer Daniel Andrieu, the Sun Fast…
There are now over 100 Farrier F-22s sailing or building around the world, and Farrier Marine is about to start on the hull molds for the production version. Six independently built F-22s are now launched, and these have produced some…
Interested in a super catamaran with a speed potential of over 32 knots and effortless cruising at 20 knots, in supreme yacht comfort and safety?Multihull expert Gregor Tarjan, founder of Aeroyacht International, and renowned designer Pete Melvin sat down together…
Members of he Pendragon Sailing Team from North America recently flew to New Zealand for the launching of Pendragon VI, a new Davidson 69. Designer Laurie Davidson worked alongside a design team from Dibley Marine, an NZ-based naval architecture firm….
The new Salperton handed over last week has been designed and built for even better sailing performance and long range cruising. She is 45 metres long with a 61 metre Southern Spars rig including Future Fibres PBO rigging. She has…
New for 2010, this 17.80m flagship of the Jeanneau range holds an unequalled top of the range position in the large yacht category. The standard of finish is exceptional. The combination of elegant hull, innovative feel to the deck plan…
Brand new model to be launched at the Sydney International Boat Show North South Yachting is proud to announce the latest new Bavaria Yachts model to arrive in Australia – the New Bavaria 35 Cruiser. The new 35 Cruiser is…
Fountaine Pajot has just launched the stunning new Lipari 41, a world class cruising multihull that shatters the benchmarks set by its peers. From the yard of the world's leader in cruising catamarans, the Lipari 41 replaces the immensely popular…
Designed to meet the most stringent requirements onboard commercial vessels, the next generation Simrad MX510/512 professional navigation system is now available to the megayacht market, providing the ultimate in navigational accuracy. The Simrad MX510 is a two-serial port control and…
Instead of staff layoffs, leading marine electrical systems supplier, Outback Marine, has tackled the economic downturn head on – moving to more economically viable premises so each of its valued employees keeps their job. In a reverse of what is…
It's a long time till Christmas, but this could be the solution for the sailor who has everything – a new steering wheel. According to a media release received by mysailing.com.au, we can now buy the same wheels as used in…
NSY are once again able to offer potential Vendors marketing exposure at the Sydney show via their brokerage display. Set to run for 5 days from Thursday 30th July, NSY would be delighted to discuss the advantage of a listing…
12 superyachts meet for a weekend of pursuit racing in the beautiful Bay of Palma de Mallorca Spain. Senso one, Ranger, Ganesha, Kalikobass 2 and more were all there for this spectacular occasion. www.acquafilms.com www.slamanz.com WATCH VIDEO BELOW… You need…
nternational Paint announces the release of Trilux® antifouling to the Australian market. Trilux® offers protection in medium fouling conditions where a hard, scrubbable antifouling is required. It is suitable for all substrates including aluminium and comes in four colours –…
In a recent visit to the X-Yachts factory in Denmark, Bob Mulkearns (MD of North South Yachting) was impressed by the strength and strategy of the prestigious Danish manufacturer: “Considering the economic hardship stories prevalent in the marine industry, X-Yachts…
Following Seawind's growing presence in the southern states of Australia, the company is pleased to announce Terry Jones as the new Seawind distributor for Victoria, covering popular sailing destinations such as Port Phillip Bay and the Gippsland Lakes. Terry is…
Speedlink, the new trigger snap shackle is ultra lightweight has an excellent weight /performance ratio. It has an easily controlled opening and excellent working and breaking loads. Speedlink was developed using finite element analysis software and has an optimised design. Its…
Storm Performance is proud to announce their appointment as the Australasiandistributor for Dubarry of Ireland, the famous Irish Lifestyle brand. Dubarry's success with footwear is not limited to just deck shoes. It has recentlyadded a casual clothing line to its…
Continuing to do what it does best, producing well-mannered and equipped cruisers, Bavaria has once again hit the spot with its new 38, reports Kevin Green. The revamped range of cruisers from the southern German yard of Bavaria has produced a…
2007 BOATS The European boat shows of recent months have showcased a mass of innovative new yachts. Expect many of these to be heading to the Australian market through 2007. The French, German and Swedish builders have all added significant…
Money a little tight in the current economic climate? Caroline Strainig checks out a trailer-sailer new to Australia that will get you on the water without stretching your bank balance to breaking point.“Cruising is a state of mind.” I don’t…
Caroline Strainig checks out a yacht with a lot of pluses for its size – the Beneteau Oceanis 31. “A small yacht with big-boat features.” That’s how one of the Beneteau staff summed up the Oceanis 31 when he showed it…
Bavaria goes upmarket with the new Vision 40, 44 and 50, reports Bob Ross. Bavaria's new Vision series of deck saloon yachts emphasises outdoor as well as indoor comfort, which should appeal to Australian cruisers and cruiser/racers. The Vision 40,…
Stella Systems is proud to announce their appointment as the exclusive Australian distributor for OpenOcean Watermakers. OpenOcean designs and manufactures a new concept in watermakers, one that works all the time, is easy to operate and doesn't break the bank….
Tackticks MN30Tacktick's new mn30 wind system is ideal for sailing or power cruising yachts 11.5m and under, whether replacing an existing system or installing for the first time. Wind speed and direction information is delivered wirelessly from the wind transmitter,…
Dunbier Marine Products has released a new range of ultra-strong aluminium multi-roller trailers.With models available to suit boats up to 6.1m, 6.6m, 7.0m and 7.5m, the Australian-made trailers boast superior strength-to-weight ratios – for lighter, more economical towing on the…
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