Sailboat Icons
August 29, 2025
These boats are icons of a short-lived, spectacular chapter in yachting history.
These boats are icons of a short-lived, spectacular chapter in yachting history.
A sailboat that fulfilled the dreams of two men took a few decades to build.
Almost 50 years after its debut, this model remains an icon among sailors.
To build a custom 40-foot sailboat on a tight deadline, Artisan Boatworks’ owner Alec Brainerd turned to his talented crew and an army of specialists
The owner of shenandoah donates his ship to a non-profit to support a children’s sailing program
Foils on racing monohull sailboats are a high-tech trend, but are these designs relatable to the recreational sailing crowd?
To stand next to Beneteau’s Oceanis 46.1 at the dock is to be struck by the expanse of freeboard and the broad beam in the after third of the hull.
Dorothy, the oldest registered sailing vessel in the Pacific Northwest, gets a major refit.
“More than just a sailboat … a way of life.” That’s the motto of the International Thunderbird Class Association.
“You don’t win the race at sea. You lose it at sea. You win the race during the preparation.”
The Picnic Boat 45 advances Hinckley’s iconic Downeast series.
Wildly unqualified for a marine installation, the author gets a big assist from tech-savvy friends
DiMillo’s Yacht Sales acquires Hunt Yachts from Hinckley, ushering in a new era.
These visionaries helped make boating what it is today.
The all-season outboard-powered cruiser will be on display at this week’s boat show.
These locations let you leave the crowds behind, but require solid boating skills and an adventurous spirit to reach them.
The Connecticut yard offers more services for recreational vessels.
The New England–style cruiser blends classic lines, composite construction and custom details.
A new book reveals fresh reporting about this haunting shipwreck.
Historical letters reveal the essence of work at sea during the era of wooden ships.
