Technology has transformed sailing, but was the past better or worse? Andy Du Port shares his views

High-tech laminate sails sound appealing but conventional woven sails remain a better all-round option for cruising – as long as you take care of them…

Tim Steel and his family take their new Dale Classic 37 on its first proper cruise

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With its voluminous accommodation and secure cockpit, this low-draught Polish-built cruiser is ideal for family coastal cruising – and a bit of canal pottering…

David Ross takes delivery of Europe’s first Schaefer V44