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From Sopranino to Mini Globe Race—the tiny yacht that inspired ocean racing
Tracing the remarkable lineage from a post-war mini yacht adventure to today's McIntyre Mini Globe Race.
FridgeTech
Fridgetech Marine offers a wide range of quality refrigeration and gas products from trusted worldwide brands. At Fridgetech Marine we pride ourselves on customer service, have over 20 years of exper...
Elite Marine Design
Bill Upfold is a qualified boat builder having served his apprenticeship with John Lidgard Yachts & Co Ltd. in 1977-1981.
During that time Bill became experienced in custom designed yachts. In 1984, after the completion of his apprenticeship, he established his own business trading as Elite Marine Boatbuilders Ltd. and started producing his own designs. It was not long before Elite Marine Boatbuilders Ltd. with its highly skilled and qualified team...
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1946 Jack Guard 35
Step aboard Gipsy and step into a living legacy. At 35 feet, built from heart kauri in 1946, this classic launch isn’t just another pretty hull – she’s a rare survivor from a golden era of Kiwi boatbuilding, and a direct link to one of New Zealand’s most storied maritime families.
1972 Adams 45
The 1972 Adams 45 Hornpipe is a proven bluewater cruiser built for serious offshore and coastal adventures.















