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Sailing Bequia

It’s always interesting to sit down and talk boats with fellow sailors, but when you’re talking to the owner and creator of a yacht like Bequia, the conversation takes on a new level. For 13 years, the wooden-hulled yacht has been a much loved member of the Staley family, having made multiple transatlantic crossings and sailed as far as the San Blas islands.

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A True Classic

Invoking memories of a bygone era, the charm of the Truly Classic 128 has been proven by the realisation of four builds (and a fifth on its way). TIDE explores the success of the concept with Hoek Design and hears from the owners of the second hull in the series about the joy that Vijonara brings.

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The Pocket Superyacht

Superyacht is an evocative word-enormous craft with lofty rigs and loftier budgets, fully customised, complex creations. But the core values of what make a superyacht (luxury, style and personal expression)are not the sole preserve of custom vessels well in excess of24m....let’s take a look at the pocket superyacht.

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A Touch of Nordic Cool - Sørvind

With the latest yachts on show in Monaco, TIDE checks in with South African yacht builder Southern Wind to take a close look at their new launch, Sørvind.

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A Global Range: The Schooner

With the upcoming launch of 63m Athos, TIDE takes a look at some of the most famous schooners afloat today. Inspired by both past and future, these multi-mast vessels are hard to beat for a truly authentic sailing experience.

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The Adventure Squad

When time is the ultimate luxury, what does a $2.5 million refurbishment of a sailing yacht look like? Patrick Gavin-Brynes, captain of the newly re-launched Sonny III, talks hydraulic systems, custom carbon-fibre rigging and hoisting 192 square metres of sail in under 60 seconds

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Perseverance on Charter

The price put on superyacht charters is famously opaque, with unexpected add-ons making it hard to predict how much you’ll spend. Bypassing brokers and agents, the owners of Perseverance are taking a different approach, bringing bespoke yet all-inclusive packages to the ultra-luxury sphere.

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The Rise of the Supersloop

The super sloop, the apex of sailing superyachts?

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The Modern Ocean Ketch

The heritage of the modern ocean ketch comprises many of the world’s most iconic yachts and, whilst the latest creations are larger, faster and more technologically advanced, they continue to prove why the twin rig concept ticks all the boxes.

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The Future is Now

At the dawn of the early Twenties, we find ourselves on the threshold of a new era in sailing; the America’s Cup enacted at speeds in excess of 40 knots and the drive towards environmental responsibility set against a backdrop of ever larger motor yacht builds. So, what does the future hold for the humble sailing yacht?

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The Cat is Back

The insatiable desire for more than one hull continues unabated and whilst the industry seeks to meet demand, one yard at the sharp end of the market is already raising the bar. (utilising race boat technology to deliver high performance in a high- end package. Gunboat are targeting their 68’, 72’ and 80’ models to fill a gap in the market by combining the generous square meterage of the cruising catamaran with the thrilling performance of offshore racing multihulls.)

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Sailing in the City - New York

New York City reserves some of its most spectacular panoramas for those lucky enough to visit by boat.