Inside Boating Magazines

A Day Out in the Gulf

admin — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 23:02:08 +0000

The inner Hauraki Gulf has some world-class day trips.

While we like to cover various cruising destinations, there are many that are available to the day-tripper too, so for those of you who use a fizzboat or trailer-sailer for your boating, here are a few really neat places close to Auckland City that you can try.

Boaties from the greater Auckland area can live as far north as Wellsford and as far to the east as Maraetai, and that doesn’t even include those who do their boating mainly on the Manukau.

We will start up north and work our way down, then out to the east… continue reading

Boating New Zealand Magazine January 2011 Issue >>

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The Incredible Flying Yacht

admin — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 11:19:22 +0000

We’ve seen some incredibly imaginative creations in Ultimate Design over the past few years, but few can match Yelken Octuri’s Flying Yacht – a 46.2-metre trimaran that converts to a seaplane. It may seem like a flight of fancy but all the best superyachts rely on a helicopter to ferry guests around, so it’s a logical, if slightly off-the-wall, development to turn the yacht itself into a flying machine. In superyacht mode, the orientation of the four paired ‘masts’ can be individually controlled to ensure the best possible sail profile wherever the wind is coming from… continue reading

SuperYacht World Magazine November – December 2010 Issue >>

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Rainbow Brighter

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 21:04:10 +0000

A 1920 gentleman’s launch with a rare, original engine won the major awards at this year’s Thames Traditional Boat Rally.

It was possibly the last summer’s day of the year; it certainly was for the boat, which was due to be craned out on the morrow. Still, sunny settled-high and blue-skied, it was just the type of weather for which this type of craft was designed. And just the weather to pootle gently and down the Windsor reach of the Thames jotting down notes on her history while Ray Little buzzed around us in a dory, taking photos… continue reading

Classic Boat Magazine December 2010 Issue >>

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Gulf Island Getaway

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:48:27 +0000

The Ranger 27 proves to be an ideal platform for a short cruise through the Canadian Gulf Islands

The Kenmore Air seaplane climbed north from Lake Washington, leaving the damp and gray of Seattle behind. As the sky cleared, a vista of blue water and green islands unfolded below. Soon, I thought, I’ll be down there among them. I could almost chart my course from the window of the plane … continue reading

Motor Boating Magazine November 2010 Issue >>

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The Communications Spectrum

admin — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 18:10:04 +0000

The reel-to-reel tape player in the front of the classroom boomed out the Sound of a Morse code signal “A”: dot….dash. Sixty Navy sailors and U.S. Marines simultaneously yelled,”Di…dah…alpha,” and immediately 60 left pinky fingers pressed “A” keys on the typewriters in front of them. My introduction to radio communications, during which we learned Morse code like Pavlov’s dogs, was more decades ago than I care to admit. Since that time, radio communications has changed drastically, and it continues to change at an increasing frequency – even as I write… continue reading

Blue Water Sailing Magazine January 2011 Issue >>

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Haines 400

admin — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:53:26 +0000

The competent 35 offshore saw the Norfolk builder go from inland to open waters, but will this 40-footer unleash Haines on to the big time?

Given the months of hard work involved in bringing a new boat to fruition, you can’t really accuse Haines of being opportunistic over Broom’s recent boatbuilding troubles. But if timing really is everything then this launch, one that puts aft-cabin cruisers and the Haines name firmly in the spotlight, could not be more perfect even if it came with built-in red drapes and a troupe of dancing girls… continue reading

Motor Boats Monthly Magazine December 2010 Issue >>

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Biggest Sailing Yacht Signed – Dykstra Freivokh 141M

admin — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 18:41:51 +0000

The team that created Maltese Falcon has regrouped to design Dream Symphony, a spectacular 462 ft four masted staysail schooner destined to be the biggest private yacht ever – and she may be built in timber

The superyacht community were dumbfounded when details of this four-masted staysail schooner were circulated during the Monaco Yacht Show. At 462ft, the romantically named Dream Symphony will be the biggest private sailing yacht ever to be built and if the number crunchers can come up with a way of building her in timber, the client’s preference, she will be in a class of her own…continue reading

Yachting World Magazine December 2010 Issue >>

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On the Dock of the Bay – Marina Managers

admin — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:56:52 +0000

At the heart of every successful marina is a manager who can deliver impeccable service – and sustain lucrative client relationships

Except when they’re cruising, boarding or leaving, owners seldom specify where their yachts should dock. The task falls instead to the captain who will usually choose a marina by first considering its facilities – and the professionalism of its staff.

With superyachts spending thousands of euros in each and every marina they visit, it’s little wonder marina managers go out of their way to make sure their infrastructure and personnel meet with the complete approval of visiting captains… continue reading

Superyacht Business Magazine September 2010 Issue >>

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Long Distance Calling – Gulf Stream Crossing

admin — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 11:04:17 +0000

Planning, preparation and patience are key to a successful Gulf Stream crossing or any offshore venture

Many of us on the East Cost know that a cruising and fishing paradise awaits in the Bahamas. Crystal clear, protected waters: pure white, sandy beaches dotted with swinging palm trees; an ocean full of fish, and a variety of picture perfect islands – often within a couple of miles of each other – all come together to create the ideal cruising destination. Perhaps what attracts us most in the islands’ close proximity to U.S waters. Numerous ports of entry are within 50 to 60 miles of the most popular boating centers in southern Florida … continue reading

Yachting Magazine December 2010 Issue >>

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Night Boating – Top Ten Practical Tips

admin — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 14:56:55 +0000

As twilight fades into blackness and the horizon becomes an indistinct smudge, most boaters head for home. But night nav can be a big thrill if you know what you’re doing. Jon Mendez shares the secrets of effective night boating.

Boating is one of those sports where the contrast between day and night is acutely pronounced – but you don’t see ferries and commercial ships calling everything off when darkness falls. And yotties also seem to see night sailing as part and parcel of the everyday experience, so why shouldn’t all of us? Yes, it presents new challenges and requires confidence, planning and self- assurance, but boating at night can be an extremely rewarding experience. Just ask an advanced powerboating student about the best part of the course and every one of them will say the night exercise… continue reading

Boat Mart Magazine November 2010 Issue >>

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