Barche a vela : Monoscafi, Catamarani, Trimarani

These 2 new brand names symbolize the confirmation of a strategy initiated by CNB in 2008 with the Bordeaux 60. As of September 2010, the Bordeaux 60 will officially join the CNB family, thus becoming the first model of CNB Yachts. The “one offs” will then belong to the CNB Superyachts brand. While both entities remain separate, CNB Yachts will benefit even more from the world renown savoir faire of CNB in “tailor made” yacht building, so [...]

AFRICAN CATS proudly presents the FASTCAT 445 Green eMotion at Grand Pavois boatshow coming September 2010. The FastCat 445 Green eMotion is equipped with the GREEN MOTION electric, retractable, fossil fuel free, generating and propulsion system. The system is developed to increase efficiency and speed, decrease weight, minimize fossil fuel consumption and to decrease motor maintenance cost. African Cats has developed electric Motogens* that retract from the water if no generating or motoring takes place [...]

Passport Yachts Europe are proud to announce that hull number 1 of the brand new entry level Passport Vista Europe 470AC has been ordered and will go into production mid September 2010. Designed by the world renowned designer Robert Perry, with all interior layouts carried out by the in-house Passport Yacht design team, this innovative new yacht is set to establish itself as one of the most stylish mid-sized off shore yachts around. The 470AC unashamedly retains [...]

The shank of the XYZ seems awfully short compared to other anchors. There is a very good reason. A long shank is easier to bend or even break. A short shank is much stronger. The best shank is short, strong, as thin as possible consistent with strength, and sharp on both the bottom and top edges. Sharp edges allow the shank to cut through the bottom surface, not restricting the anchor's ability to bury deeply. All [...]

Established in 1996,Hlmff Sails has built a reputation on high quality,long lasting sails and a service department that is second to none. We have constructed sails for boats ranging from small dinghies to large boats.Every sail we build is custom tailored to you and your boat. Whether you are replacing that old, tired main ¡¢ jib and spinnaker, you can be assured that your sail by Hlmff Sails will be the best [...]

Every sail we build is custom tailored to you and your boat. Whether you are replacing that old, tired main ¡¢ jib and spinnaker, you can be assured that your sail by Hlmff Sails will be the best sail you can buy. All sails are designed and cut by our sophisticated computer design program and laser cutter. The panel layouts, shape files and construction details are based on years of hands on experience and computer [...]

Unique expertise, common ambition For nearly 40 years, the Garcias have been a reference in the world of integral centreboard aluminium cruising yachts. More than 300 Nouanni, Maracuja and Passoa series sailing boats are cruising all over the world, from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Internationally acclaimed for the quality of their metalwork and their cabinetmakers’ skills, the Garcia shipyard has specialised in the building of custom sailing yachts from 50’ to 115’. These handmade boats [...]

Once again, Cabo Rico has teamed with renowned Naval Architect, Chuck Paine, transforming their Cabo Rico 42 (proclaimed the “ultimate bluewater boat” by SAIL Magazine) into a low profile pilothouse yacht capable of handling any condition with your utmost comfort and safety in mind. LOD 42' 6" LWL 32' 2" Beam 12' 8" Draft 5' 3" Displacement (1/2 Load) 26,939 LBS Ballast (Lead) 10,400 LBS Sail Area (Cutter Rig) 1,134 SQ FT [...]

Il piccolo cabinato di Comar Yachts ha l’obiettivo di mantenere il concept dell’intera gamma: linea moderna , ottime doti di navigazione e abitabilità ai messimi livelli. Una sfida che si fa più interessante nelle dimensioni ridotte. La vocazione crocieristica del Comet 35 , si tramuta in puro divertimento nella regata, ed in entrambe le situazioni la stabilità dello scafo consente una perfetta gestione della barca anche con equipaggio ridotto. Riconducendo nella dimensione [...]

The brand new Scandinavian Cruiser 30 offers beautiful classic design, latest technology, and day-sailing functionality, at a reasonable price. The SC 30 target sailors who find her the most beautiful boat available, and who do not mind the attention the SC 30 will get in the yacht club or on the water. The SC 30 is very addictive to sail because she perform and feels better than most other boats. Nothing beats that feeling. Other modern boats [...]

Elan Marine is proud to present a completely new entry model in the sailing boats range for year 2010. The new 310 – featuring a unique combination of twin-rudder steering and T-bulb keel, both not-so-often seen on similar sized boats – marks a giant leap forward for Slovenian boat-building company. It is sometimes presumed that the smallest boat in a range is the least important to a Builder. But then again, it is possible to presume [...]

We are pleased to inform that we have just delivered to our Northeastern Italian distributor www.northeaster.it the first Huzar 28 from the Coffee Racer series. The boat will be sailing on the gorgeous Garda Lake. The intention of the owner is to race her in the September regatta and therefore the boat is equipped with the set of the racing sails and the other racing gear. Huzar boats team will assist the owner during those [...]

The primary day-yacht: The title day-yacht alone sums up the philosophy of the Alphena One. Designed to sail coastal courses or inland race zones, the Alphena One, through its slender Tanguy Le Bihan designed hull, offers its helmsman and crew the most immediate and exhilarating pleasures of a great day’s sailing. Exceptional performance, simplicity and comfort are synonymous with this resolutely modern sports coupé, and you don’t have to be an experienced skipper to access the [...]

Dopo il successo ricevuto ai saloni di Cannes e Genova con l'innovativo Diamante 555,il cantiere Diamante Yachts presenta il nuovo D555 versione Owner. Oltre alle caratteristiche tecniche, al design moderno, alle linee futuristiche ed alla collaudata robustezza della costruzione “all aluminium”, Diamante 555 owner offre delle soluzioni interne con un’abitabilità straordinaria e unica nella dimensione. La dinette, la cucina ed il pozzetto si sviluppano su un unico livello con ampi spazi e con una vista a 360°. La [...]

Built in Australia, light yet ocean tough, seriously fast while easily managed, traditionally seaworthy and technically advanced, the Sydney GTS43 has been designed with the performance orientated sailor in mind. The Sydney GTS43 is a fast, safe, comfortable and fully fitted out design, engineered to ISO Standards, Category A. The GTS43 features a large open cockpit that is synonymous with Sydney Yachts. This “trademark” feature enables simple and efficient crew manoeuvres and makes entertaining on deck [...]

August 28th, 2010 from 09.00 to 17.00 Place of test: Donau Altarm - Wallsee/Austria ATTENTION : ONLY HAPPY CAT LIGHT + HAPPY CAT RACING - no other boats! There is no possibility to buy the HAPPY CAT on this day! The event will take place whatever the weather, and only at the said times. Registration needed. [...]

HREKO has advanced in design to a 3D digital modeling. Using Rhino software a new digital HREKO version has emerged. It'll be improved even more to satisfy demanding criteria of today's sailors. HREKO has been patented. Numerical software calculation of HREKO stability concept has been successfully done. [...]

Since its launch in September 2009, the Outremer 49 has proven to be extremely popular amongst those who enjoy going on long voyages and make up the yard’s traditional clientele. The boat’s success hasn’t gone unnoticed by the journalists either, who awarded her the title of European Yacht of the Year 2010. True to the high performance character of the Outremer catamarans, the 49 confirmed this pedigree during the latest Outremer Cup, by winning one [...]

The ALTONA company resumed few months ago the manufacture and the distribution of the Heol range. It was therefore decided to make innovations that boat already successful. The Heol 7.4 is a sailing dinghy beachable, with a twin lifting keels hydraulic controlled, but also a carbon mast, a chine hull with reversed bow, which make this coastal cruiser, a fast boat and original. It is now fitted with a bulkheads laminated to the hull and deck, [...]

July 9, 10 & 11: 10 Bordeaux 60 owners had decided to meet again in Puerto Portals for their 2nd annual rendezvous organized by CNB, with the precious collaboration of Sunbird, in partnership with Raymarine and Volvo Penta France. Unfortunately, harsh weather conditions (respectively in Gibraltar and in Greece) made it impossible for Eolic 6 and Si Remote to join the fun. British, German, Swiss, Spanish and French skippers and crew (with many children), enjoyed a “meet [...]

As every experienced sailor knows and understands, there is only one definitive way of establishing the true quality of a long distance offshore yacht and this can only be achieved by stepping aboard the yacht and examining every aspect of the boat in minute detail. Lift every floor board, remove every panel and take a detailed look at the wiring and system installations However as we all know there is another equally important factor to consider [...]

Siamo molto contenti di condividere con voi la prima prova indipendente del Scandinavian Cruiser 20 in occasione del test che il nostro distributore Tedesco Christian Brandt ha fatto per la rinomata rivista nautica “Segeln” Barche piccole piu’ divertimento. Iniziamo il test sul fiume Elba e subito al timone mi sento a mio agio. Tutti i controlli sono posizionati ergonomicamente a portata di mano. Noto però la sistemazione della scotta della randa – La scotta è rimandata ad [...]

As essential front line SAFETY DEVICES, boat anchors should be tested to their limits under a variety of conditions. Users need absolute confidence in the anchors they are using - life and vessel are dependant on them. Our anchoring tests, influenced by the auto industry break/crash protocol, reflect anchoring in real conditions: normal and extreme. They have been conducted on various anchoring sea bottoms: soft/hard sand, mud and clay with some weeds, and small rocks. As [...]

We are pleased to inform that we have just delivered to our Northeastern Italian distributor www.northeaster.it the first Huzar 28 from the Coffee Racer series. The boat will be sailing on the gorgeous Garda Lake. The intention of the owner is to race her in the September regatta and therefore the boat is equipped with the set of the racing sails and the other racing gear. Huzar boats team will assist the owner during those [...]

The whole staff of the Belleville sur Vie (Vendée) factory, where Lagoons from 38 to 45 feet long are built gathered on July 8 to celebrate the delivery of Lagoon 400 # 100 and of the brand new Lagoon 450 # 1, that will be launched next week. 2 highly successful catamarans, with 118 units sold to date for the Lagoon 400 and 30 Lagoons 450 already ordered. The Lagoon 400: already 100 delivered! Hull # 1 [...]

The Heol 7.4 bq, dinghy sailing, twin lifting keels, transportable met a success in France with a clientele who loved quick cruising coast and easy and safe beaching, is now distributed by Altona. The Heol 7.4 bq is a fast and high performance boat but also beachable. Its system with hydraulically lifting keels can beach the boat safely, both in the middle of a port, on a beach or in a creek. With a width of 2.55 [...]

Every sail we build is custom tailored to you and your boat. Whether you are replacing that old, tired main ¡¢ jib and spinnaker, you can be assured that your sail by Hlmff Sails will be the best sail you can buy. All sails are designed and cut by our sophisticated computer design program and laser cutter. The panel layouts, shape files and construction details are based on years of hands on experience and computer [...]

Every sail we build is custom tailored to you and your boat. Whether you are replacing that old, tired main ¡¢ jib and spinnaker, you can be assured that your sail by Hlmff Sails will be the best sail you can buy. All sails are designed and cut by our sophisticated computer design program and laser cutter. The panel layouts, shape files and construction details are based on years of hands on experience and computer [...]

We invite you to discover why Valiants are the most proven and successful cruising sailboats ever made for shorthanded ocean passagemaking and circumnavigating, the standard by which all other cruising sailboats are measured. Sailing advertisements and brochures work hard to create and enhance a sailboat's reputation. But Valiant Yachts have earned their reputation another way - the hard way - through more than a quarter century of successfully voyaging on every ocean of the world, in [...]

This annual race around the Isle of Wight took place on the 19th June 2010, organised by the Island Sailing Club. With 1754 entries this year, it is one of the largest yacht races in the world, that offers to follow the 50 nautical mile course around the Isle of Wight. The race is split into 2 main classes, ISC (Island Sailing Club) Rating Division & IRC Rating Division. Out of 869 entries, 822 yachts [...]