Catamaran sailing stands for speed, freedom and pure "beach life". Anyone who has ever experienced a beach catamaran coming up onto the plane will never forget that feeling. Two brands have shaped this sailing class like no others: Hobie Cat from California and Topcat from Germany. Both manufacturers have their roots in the 1970s, and both offer boats for beginners, families and regatta sailors…
Cruising sailors who set off on major voyages across oceans and into remote regions face a wide range of dangers. It's no wonder that safety concepts are hotly debated in sailing circles – especially since several well-known accidents revealed the weaknesses of conventional production yachts. This article examines the most common causes of sinking yachts and takes an in-depth look at two modern blue-water yachts that…
How can boat building become more sustainable? This article shows approaches and examples for the use of environmentally friendly materials and technologies in boat building, focusing on “sustainability in boat building”. The availability of data on pollutant emissions is crucial for tracking progress in emissions reduction and giving other shipyards and interested parties access to this information…
A catamaran has two parallel hulls, which provide stability and speed. A monohull boat, as the name suggests, has only one hull. But when is a catamaran the best choice? In this article, we compare catamarans with monohulls and highlight their advantages and disadvantages. The key facts at a glance Catamarans…
How is artificial intelligence changing the sport of sailing itself? From optimising tactics to improving safety – AI is bringing numerous innovations onto the water. The ongoing development of artificial intelligence is having a profound impact on many areas of life, including sailing, and is helping sailors make better decisions and improve their performance. Find out…
After the sinking of the Jambo and my rescue in the South Atlantic, Anke and I are giving a lot of thought to how things should continue. Perhaps we should carry on our travels in a motorhome instead. That definitely has its own appeal and opens up a whole different set of possibilities. Olli from the Pandora took this route after the sinking of his Hanse…
Sailing while having a stable internet connection? With Starlink, this becomes reality. Starlink gives sailing boats high-speed internet, whether out on the open sea or at anchor. But how does Starlink work on a sailing boat, and what are the benefits? In this article, you'll learn everything you need to know about Starlink on sailing boats: from installation to…