CNB 66 yacht test: Intoxicating cruiser is a cut above the mainstream

Toby Hodges July 4, 2019 Is the CNB 66 the largest Sailing yacht that can be handled by a family crew? Toby Hodges reports All photos: Nicholas Claris Congratulations. You’ve finally received that hefty bonus. Or perhaps you cashed in your pension, married wisely, or are a successful gambler or racketeer. However you came across the funds, you have decided …

NEW Jeanneau SUN LOFT 47

by Jeanneau 25 Apr 15:17 PDT Jeanneau steps forward as the first boat builder to develop an innovative concept that meets the demands of the sharing economy with the launch of the SUN LOFT 47. Developed to take advantage of evolving trends, the SUN LOFT 47 is designed first and foremost to be chartered by berth. It directly responds to …

Selling your Sailboat

Prepping your beloved cruiser for sale doesn’t need to cost a fortune.                        The popularity of multihulls is prompting even some die-hard monohull sailors to put their boats on the market for an upgrade. You want to sell your boat. And you’d like to sell it quickly. What can you …

Connecticut Spring In-Water Boat Show, May 3-5, 2019

We look forward to a nice show weekend. We will be showing the all new Jeanneau 490. One of the best sailing boats in her class with safer walk around decks for all ages, young and older. Largest cockpit for entertaining friends and family. Scroll for more information on the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490! Next Weekend Join us at the …

Sail Newport and Bluenose Yachts Donation Match

Sail Newport and Bluenose Yachts are reaching out for your matching donation.  Proceeds from this matching grant endowment will enable Sail Newport to continue to offer free programs to the community. Currently, sailing programs are provided at no cost to organizations such as the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center, The East Bat Met School and the innovative Pell School …

Jeanneau Partner’s with US Sailing

BRISTOL, R.I. (January 25th, 2019) – Jeanneau America and Beneteau America announce their continued partnership with the US Sailing Team and sponsorship of the 2019 Hempel World Cup Series Miami. The leading boat builders have been sponsors of the team since 2014 and will continue to have a strong presence in high-performance sailing as Official Partners of the US Sailing Team and as the Exclusive …

The Abacos Charter Guide: Day 3, Manjack Cay

  Friday I woke up to this view from my cabin (left). After getting ready and eating some breakfast we set sail for Manjack. The sail took about 40 minutes. It was a beautiful sunny, cloudless day. While we sailed I read about the island. We anchored in a cove with a handful of other boats. From what I could …

Cruising World 2019 Boat of the Year Award

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490 won Cruising World’s “Import Boat of the Year” award. “The Jeanneau was one of the best sailing yachts in this year’s contest, and is the very definition of an outstanding performance cruiser. The panelists gave the boat top marks for innovation and versatility,” said Herb McCormick, Cruising World Boat of the Year director. In addition …

Boat Not Pointing? Tips For Light Air

One design classes have tested tuning guides created to make your boat sail its’ best. For boats that don’t have tuning guides, follow the tips below. You may want to consider the boat you are sailing. Is it heavy, slow and have a short draft? This combination could be what is effecting your ability to point. To get more power …