Largest in the range from the well-known Swedish builder, the Maxi 1300 is an easily handled fast cruiser with offshore potential and a nicely-finished interior. David Harding went to meet her...

BUILT: 2011 PRICE: £89,950 There’s a strong argument ...

Saare’s new flagship might look conservative, but those lines hide a thoroughly modern cruiser that takes the fight to the yard’s bigger rivals. Theo Stocker went to find out how she measures up

Ever sailed on a Hobie cat? Even if it’s just a knockabout Hobie Wave you soon discover that these compact, uncomplicated dinghies provide some of the most exhilarating sailing imaginable. Founder Hob

THIS ESTABLISHED AUSTRALIAN CATAMARAN BRAND, NOW ALSO BUILT IN TÜRKIYE, WANTS TO WIN OVER EUROPEAN BUYERS – AND THERE’S A LOT TO LIKE

The latest powercat from Bluegame looks unlike anything else on the market and features an underwater foil to increase speed and efficiency. We take it for a spin to see how it performs at sea