Peter Poland sails the sparkling performing and spacious Dufour 37
£266,196.00
Boats
GT35 boat test: ‘outstanding, production cruiser’
David Harding tests the GT35 boat and finds a yacht that offers "a blend of performance, power, stiffness, comfort, security, ease of handling, innovative thinking, clever detailing and structural integrity…
Dragonfly 25: the versatile trailable trimaran
Equally happy cruising with the kids or flying two hulls at 20 knots, the Dragonfly 25 is a versatile trailable tri. David Harding went for a spin
Sargo 31: a superb fast cruiser
The Sargo 31 sits right in the middle of the Finnish firm’s five-strong range: Nick Burnham takes the helm of a boat capable of covering ‘serious distances at high speed’
Bavaria Cruiser 33 comes of age
The Bavaria Cruiser 33 looked like a formula for success. David Harding tests the family cruiser
Elan 31: the Elan that time forgot
She has been superseded by younger siblings, but does the Elan 31 look or behave like an outdated model? Not in the least, says David Harding
Westerly Konsort: space, security & good performance
One of the roomiest cruisers of her size, the Konsort is also known for her solidity, interior finish and easy manners. No wonder she’s such a popular second-hand buy, says…
Globe 5.80: the home-built ocean racer
What’s it like to build your own plywood 19-footer to race solo across the Atlantic? David Harding sailed with Keith Oliver onboard his Globe 5.80 to find out
Duchy 27: the motor launch fit for a duke
The Duchy 27 started life as a Aquila 27 before being tweaked by Cockwells Modern and Classic Boatbuilding. David Harding puts the motor launch through its paces
£144,000.00
Dehler 32: where fast meets friendly
The Dehler 32 combines race-boat performance with easy sailing for short-handed crews, says David Harding
Hanse 348: the spacious performance cruiser
The Hanse 348 promises excellent performance under sail with ease of handling, even single-handed. Peter Poland puts it to the test
£253,148.00
Shilling: a versatile camper-cruiser
Just 5m (17ft) long on deck and classically styled in wood-epoxy, the Shilling opens up a whole new world of sailing – as David Harding discovered
£25,750.00
Sadler 29: a versatile all-rounder
The Sadler 29 is a tough, well-mannered family cruiser with a good dose of performance to boot, says David Harding
Salona 35: a race-winner goes cruising
Can a boat that’s capable of beating the best on the race course really make a practical cruiser? David Harding sails the Salona 35 to find out
£99,500.00
Copland Harrier 20: ‘Puts a smile on your face’
As a sporty trailable sailer, the Copland Harrier 20 delivers the goods, says David Harding
RM890: ‘Fast, fun and functional’
If you want an easy-to-handle performance cruiser that stands out from the crowd, have a look at the RM890, suggests David Harding
£82,024.00
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380: “excellent all-round sailing performance”
The 380 is one of the latest offerings in Jeanneau’s updated Sun Odyssey range. Peter Poland puts the boat through its paces
£203,036.00
Viko 21: A trailer sailer that sets the standard
Costing from £23,000, the Viko 21 seems remarkably good value – but what does she offer apart from economy? David Harding investigates
£23,000.00
Haber 620: a trailer sailer like no other
How on earth do you get full standing headroom in a trailer-sailer that really sails? David Harding meets the Haber 620 to find out
£39,660.00
Maxi 84: roomy, capable & rewarding to sail
Why has the Maxi 84 proved so popular since her launch 45 years ago? David Harding sailed Maximus, the ‘work in progress’ refurbished PBO Project Boat, to find out
£13,000.00