May 2023
Early West Coast Yachting: Alert
By the early years of the 20th century the coal ports, Westport and Greymouth, had developed an active yachting scene which grew out of Gold Rush rowi...
Marine Refrigeration: Chill out
Almost every type of boat-use story has some requirement for keeping stuff cool.
New Plymouth Yacht Club: Time capsule & future vision
For a club focussed on dinghies, cat and trailer-yachts, it’s remarkable that New Plymouth is also the custodian of an epic ocean-racing challenge tha...
One Family’s Boating Journey: Tiritiri Matangi and a new tender – maybe
We were so excited – after cyclones and high winds we finally found ourselves with the opportunity for a day excursion on the water.
Ladder living Part 2
The second part of SV Wave Runner and her crew’s experiences of living on the hard during their sailing adventures in the Pacific, Australia, Southeas...
Leaders in their field Part 3: Rigging baits for Kingfish
Kingfish are an enigma. One day they smash anything remotely edible, baits and lures alike, the next they seem to have their mouths sewn shut. Unfortu...
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The short-cut between the seas
Me, go around Cape Horn? Seriously? Do I want to brave roaring high-latitude gales just to earn an earring in my left ear? Um, no!
More than a life saver!
The best sea-anchors in the world are made in New Zealand. By Coppins, a family company that’s been in the same site in the main street of Motueka for...
Kiwi crafted
The May issue of Boating New Zealand is something of a celebration of New Zealand-built boats.
Praise for the Trailer-Sailer
Club racing? Visiting other lakes? Why not? It’s a versatile bit of kit, and you’ll stand out from the crowd wherever you go – just get that mast-step...
Luxury lounging: Bennington pontoon boats
Did I mention the luxury? Outstanding, with coolers/refrigeration options galore, heaps of storage, privacy enclosure, twin tables and seats and loung...
10 years of Innovision and going strong
It took 10 years to build the first 50 Innovision Boats, but I suspect it won’t take very long at all for the next 50.
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13m Marine Berth FOR SALE
For sale or rent: a premium 13-metre berth at Hobsonville Marina, Space E23.
This sought-after spot boasts a full-length finger, providing ample space and convenience, making it larger than most ...
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1977 Firecrest Half Cabin
Well cared for and recently upgraded, Sea’s The Day is a classic 4.8m Firecrest Half Cabin—trailerable, powerful, and affordable.