Windcraft introduces new Hanse 588
German yacht builders, the Hanse Group have released the first model in their new 8 series – the Hanse 588. This 17 metre (58 foot) model is an innovation in yacht building and design. It offers all the space and…
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Stop the chill, get some Gill from BoatCrewGear.com
Sailing may well be an all year round activity in Australia, but it still gets cold at this time of the year. To counter the chilly months Gill Australia has brought in the new Thermoskin Skiff Suit and Thermoskin Top….
The MC31 – fast fun and future proof
The new McConaghy 31 is turning heads. Described as a TP 31, it's a smaller version of a TP 52, rather than a production boat. Think a pure race boat that's suitable for one-design and offshore racing with numerous options…
Seen at the show: Rescue Me AIS personal alarm
AIS on navigation screens has changed the way yachts and other vessels navigate through dangerous shipping areas. Its features make AIS a perfect vehicle for search and rescue. Now Rescue Me has taken advantage of these features and introduced the…
Save 15% on new Zhik helmet and PFD from BoatCrewGear.com
Australian company Zhik is going from strength to strength with their new range of protection gear. As sailing becomes faster and protection gear more common, Zhik is releasing a range of gear to suit. One of the first products…
Nick Moloney’s Apsu converts multivitamin cynic to Apsu advocate
The Apsu Superfood Multivitamin is built around four core pillars – energy, immunity, recovery and flexibility – and achieves this by using 42 superfood fruits and vegetables to optimise and help with the absorption of 16 essential vitamins, antioxidants and…
Extend battery life with Aussie invention seen at Sydney boat show
The Megapulse may well be the best product displayed at the recent Sydney International Boat Show last weekend. Invented by Ross Naddei from VEE Systems, the Megapulse is designed to improve battery longevity by reversing lead sulphate deposits on the…
New yachts on display at Sydney International Boat Show
The Sydney International Boat Show is a great opportunity to view the latest production boat designs. As always, importers will have new yachts on display for the very first time in Australia. Here's what you can see (and click on…
Bavaria catamaran makes it in time for Sydney boat show
Ensign Yacht Brokers are pleased to see its first Bavaria Open 46 catamaran make it to Australia in preparation for debut at the 2016 Sydney International Boat Show. Built in the French yard of Nautitech under the parent company of…
New generation hydrogenerator offers good charging with little drag
The 300 and 600W Watt and Sea cruising hydrogenerators are claimed to be effective at producing charge for your batteries at a range of speeds from 2 to 10 knots. They are light, compact, easy to install and built from robust materials,…
Ballasts: the art of equilibrium
Four: That is the number of ballasts allowed by the new measurement rules for the latest generation IMOCA 60. It is a step towards simplification, as the measurement rules previously allowed eight separate tanks. But what is the exact…
Impressive lineup of speakers for Foiling Week Garda
Foiling Week, the first and only global event dedicated to foiling boats, their sailors, designers and builders, today announced the Forum Programme for its 2016 Lake Garda event. The Foiling Week Forum is a unique event that creates an opportunity…
First WASZP shipment leaves the factory – 580 to go
A milestone was achieved last week – McConaghy Boats shipped out the first 20 WASZP foilers to customers in Italy, Spain, UK, Bermuda, New Zealand and the USA. The joint McConaghy-KASail project was conceived five years ago by Andrew McDougall, designer of…
Boatcrewgear.com moving sale – get a free Gill cap
The BoatCrewGear.com showroom is moving so we are having a sale! Get 15% discount this Saturday only at our Sydney showroom, and if you mention MySailing.com.au when you make a purchase, we will give you a FREE Gill sailing cap as well.*…
FREE Beanie with new Zhik Junior wetsuits from BoatCrewGear.com
BoatCrewGear.com is one of the first shops in Australia to receive their stock of the wetsuits in Zhik's new Junior range. The Junior Steamer, Junior Shortie, and Junior 3/4 hiker have been designed utilising the cutting edge technology that…
Fountaine Pajot announces new 47ft sailing catamaran
Fountaine Pajot continues to celebrate its 40 years in production with the announcement of a new 47-foot sailing catamaran. Set for launch in April 2017, the company says the new 47 is “the quintessential catamaran for extended cruising or circumnavigations,…
Behind the scenes at OneSails Australia
OneSails is an international sail-making company that offers custom sails to suit their customers sailing needs and boat. They have the ability to build sails for everything from Optimists to super yachts and the customer service to go with it….
Excellent video from GME graphically explaining EPIRB function
Watch GME's TV commercial which graphically explains the EPIRB system.
Maserati into the water and ready to fly
Giovanni Soldini prepares for the upcoming racing season while the Maserati Multi70 is on the water at Lorient in her sleek new livery. Atlantic testing to begin in the coming days. Modena, 30 May 2016 –Maserati Multi70 is back on…
Musto introduces the Solent cruising range of wet weather gear
As well as providing kit for some of the worlds best sailing teams, Musto says that sailors of all levels should be able to enjoy the benefit of their leading performance attire. For this reason, MUSTO has introduced the Solent…
McConaghy appoints The Multihull Group as their multihull agent in Australia and New Zealand
TMG and McConaghy have just announced a long term partnership, with TMG to look after sales and distribution of McConaghy multihulls in Australia and New Zealand. TMG Managing Director, John Cowpe said, “We are proud and excited to be working…
Immaculately restored wooden launch for sale
At 32 feet, Cap Norte was completely refitted over eight months by Sydney Harbour Boatbuilders and re-launched in November 2014. This boat is like new again. Built by renowned shipwright Ian Taylor in 1985. Features: Brand new Nanni 115HP turbo…
Special offers on Jeanneau yachts as boat show time nears
Jeanneau reports that there been an unprecedented demand for Jeanneau yachts worldwide this year. Led by the bestselling Sun Odyssey 349, with over 400 yachts already having been produced, the Jeanneau range is going from strength to strength, a media…
Musto super sale on this weekend at RANSA
If you need sailing gear for the winter season or are looking ahead to next summer, Musto is offering up to 75% discount on a range of samples and discontinued lines. The products will be on sale at RANSA in…
Hanse's largest luxury yacht ready to hit the water
The first Hanse 675 is ready to sail into the Australian and New Zealand markets with the Windcraft Group at the helm. This 21 metre (67 foot) high-tech, luxury yacht with an impressive 32 metre carbon mast is the largest yacht…
Icom launches new compact VHF at an affordable price
Icom Australia has released the new IC-M200 Marine VHF Transceiver which they say offers “superb features at an affordable price”. The company says, “The new transceiver IC-M200 gives you the same Icom performance and reliability users have come to expect,…
Bremont adds AC I 32 Ladies Chronometer to its America’s Cup Collection
Further to the announcement of Bremont’s first ladies range of watches earlier this year, the British manufacturer has confirmed an additional ladies mechanical chronometer which will form part of its America’s Cup Collection. The Bremont AC I 32 is the…
When going on the cruise of a lifetime this couple sensibly chose a Cruiser
Unsure if it is my imagination but there appears to be a schism appearing in the new boat market. Increasingly, boats are appearing under the 40 foot size and over 55 foot. I wonder if this is true or is…
Re-fit underway on world’s biggest boom at Hall Spars & Rigging NZ
Wheeling superyacht M5’s boom into the workshop proves there’s no limit to the re-fit service work and technical skill on hand at Hall Spars & Rigging NZ. The 78m yacht is the largest sloop ever built. At 92ft (28m) long…
Classic lady to celebrate birthday at Magnetic Island
There is many a fine lady who won’t reveal their age under any circumstances, but for SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week entry Fair Winds, she outwardly wears her age with pride. Fair Wind celebrates her 60th birthday this year as…
Musto introduces the new “lighter, faster, stronger” 2016 sailing range
“Lighter, faster, stronger” are the words Musto uses to introduce the new range of sailing gear. “After 50 years of learning and development, our design experts have produced the most technically advanced range yet,” they claim. “MUSTO have been working…
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 swing keel model to premiere at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2016
The smallest Sun Odyssey in the range but one of the most popular, the SO349 is already a best seller in Australia with over 20 owners ‘down-under’. Designed by Marc Lombard, the SO349 has proven to have the combination…
Kannad SAFELINK EPIRBs global recall
Part No’s Affected Description Date RangeK1202311 EPIRB SAFELINK Manual+ GPS AllK1202367 EPIRB SAFELINK Auto GPS All Orolia Limited, owners of Kannad Marine, have become aware of an issue affecting Kannad SAFELINK Manual and Auto…
Jeanneau dominate in the Commodores Cup at Sail Port Stephens
A fleet of Jeanneau yachts is a regular feature at Sail Port Stephens with 2016 being no exception. This year the fleets sailing adventure started off with over thirty yachts enjoying a relaxing sail up the coast to Newcastle Cruising…
Philippe Briand talks about the use of glass in sailing yacht design
For decades Philippe Briand’s studio has been a focal point for innovative, technical yacht design. It is a place where trends – strongly based on research – are made and innovations are conceived and refined; the use of glass in…
Southern Seas Marine to distribute Spectra watermakers in Australia
The Katadyn Group – headquartered in Kemptthal Switzerland – has acquired the assets of Spectra watermakers in San Rafael, California/US, manufacturer of desalination systems based on proprietary energy recovery pumps. The line of Katadyn desalinators (Power Survivors and hand operated Survivors)…
Revolver – dream boat and build for Ritchies
FATHER and son synergy sat on both sides of the deal when Bruce and Michael Ritchie commissioned Noakes Boatyard in Sydney to build their “fast gentleman’s day sailer”. Bruce, who is 84, looks back to early successes as a helmsman…
Spot A Yacht wants photographers to join their team
Spot A Yacht, a dedicated website for yacht photography, is looking for photographers across Australia to contribute to their database. Photos from around Hobart and Melbourne will be appearing on their website this week while the search is on for…
Big season underway for Viper sportsboats
The Viper 640 sportboats are just returning from Miami, FL, after sailing two regattas on Biscayne Bay. The first, the EFG Winter Cup (March 6-7), was the final qualifying regatta for the 2015-16 EFG Viper Pan-American Championship, a 12-month series…
Fast 40+ to debut at RORC Easter Challenge
For three days over the bank holiday weekend, the yachting world's eyes will be glued to the Solent as the Fast 40+ class makes its debut en masse at the Royal Ocean Racing Club's domestic season opener, the RORC Easter…
