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
By Nicholas Coghlan ...
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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
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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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Settled Black Foils ready for season opener
The Black Foils enter the opening event of the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship hungry for more after ...
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SailGP Perth 2026 season opener brings damage, injuries and early pressure
Before the first start, Fremantle has already tested boats and crews.
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SailGP and Doyle Sails extend partnership through 2030
SailGP has confirmed a multi season extension with Doyle Sails, locking in the long standing partner...
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Settled Black Foils ready for season opener
The Black Foils enter the opening event of the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship hungry for more after ...
Article
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SailGP Perth 2026 season opener brings damage, injuries and early pressure
Before the first start, Fremantle has already tested boats and crews.
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SailGP and Doyle Sails extend partnership through 2030
SailGP has confirmed a multi season extension with Doyle Sails, locking in the long standing partner...
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