October 2025

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The Power of Sail: Part 2
Welcome to ‘A very brief history of…’ researching the history of everyday marine technology, innovat...

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The second Tawera, 1935
During the winter of 1935, Scott Wilson engaged Arch Logan to design the largest racing/cruising yac...

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Joky
Amateur boat builder Hamish Russell asked French designer Patrick Balta to design
a 10-metre plywoo...

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Kraken 58 European Yacht of the Year nominee
New Zealand yacht designer Kevin Dibley is very proud to announce that his Kraken 58 design is one o...

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Secure your haul-out now for a ‘clean summer getaway’
Marine biosecurity experts call on New Zealand boat owners to ensure they book
their haul-outs and...

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The Russ Bowler story pt1: By Design
Russ Bowler was Bruce Farr’s partner for over 40 years. A skilled designer/sailor in his own right ...

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Beware zinc
Dear Editor
With respect to the article in September’s Boating NZ on Galvanic Corrosion, I would s...

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How much is it?
Dear Editor
Great magazine you’ve got – I’m always subscribed to it.
However, there’s been somet...

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Saxdor yachts’ AI-powered co-skipper
Saxdor Yachts introduces Saxdor AI, an innovative AI-driven co-skipper platform integrated into the ...

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Fidelis, the classic 61′ racer cruiser
There are many stories about trans-Tasman rivalry in all fields of sport. From netball to rugby, fro...

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Book reviews: A selection of new titles recommended by Boating New Zealand
Under wide and starry skies – 50 sailing destinations in seas less travelled
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Adventure fishing: Andrew Hill’s top tips for PWC fishing
PWCs are increasingly used for recreational fishing in saltwater and freshwater.
PWC (personal wa...

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Maintenance tips for your boat
As peak boating season approaches and the weather warms up, we all look forward to leisurely days on...

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Readership surges across print and digital
Welcome to your October 2025 edition of Boating New Zealand magazine.
In this issue, it is my gre...

Prestige M48
Showing your hand too early in poker, or indeed in any emerging market, is a gamble, so the Beneteau...
Length Over All (M):
14.79
Displacement (M):
17.5

Boat Review
Buccaneer 605 Exeed
The 605 Exeed impresses with its quiet, dry, and supremely comfortable ride.
Horsepower (HP):
150-200
Length Over All (M):
6.46
YEAR:
2025
Length Over All (M):
6.05
CONSTRUCTION:
GRP

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Why wait?
Every year I attend major boat industry trade events like METSTRADE and technology showcases like CE...

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Yamaha WaveRunner marks 40 years with 2026 lineup
Four decades of WaveRunner innovation
In 1986 Yamaha launched the WaveRunner 500, the world’s first...

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A vintage vessel with a modern mission: How a 50-year-old sailboat is pushing the boundaries of elec...
When Dan and Kika of Sailing UMA first set sail over a decade ago, it wasn’t for luxury or leisure. ...

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Leg 3 of the 2026 Doyle Sails RNIs turns into a Napier sprint as Explore Racing takes line honours a...
A fast Cook Strait crossing, tactical coastal routing, and tight handicap racing shaped the run from...

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Live: 2026 Doyle Sails Round North Island Two Handed Yacht Race
The 2026 Doyle Sails Round North Island Two Handed Yacht Race will be held from 28 February to 15 Ma...

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NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show results 2026 March 7-8
High temperatures, a steady breeze for the yachts and clear skies for the aircraft flyover made a pe...
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October 2025

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Leg 3 of the 2026 Doyle Sails RNIs turns into a Napier sprint as Explore Racing takes line honours a...
A fast Cook Strait crossing, tactical coastal routing, and tight handicap racing shaped the run from...

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Live: 2026 Doyle Sails Round North Island Two Handed Yacht Race
The 2026 Doyle Sails Round North Island Two Handed Yacht Race will be held from 28 February to 15 Ma...

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NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show results 2026 March 7-8
High temperatures, a steady breeze for the yachts and clear skies for the aircraft flyover made a pe...













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