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    Michael Guggenberger has sailed 4,000 miles solo in his Biscay 36, mostly offshore to prepare for the race. Credit: Petra Rautenstrauch

    Michael Guggenberger: Golden Globe Race 2022 skipper

    10 years ago Michael Guggenberger learnt to sail. Since then his focus has been on competing in the Golden Globe Race. He shares how he is getting himself ready for…

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    2018 Golden Globe Race skipper, Mark Sinclair wearing a black tshirt and holding an orange sail bag

    Mark Sinclair closes in on the finish of the 2018 Golden Globe Race

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    • May 16, 2022
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    Wind, Tide and Oar: fundraiser for new film

    • May 14, 2022
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    Robin Knox Johnston’s stolen compass returned after 50 years

    • May 11, 2022
    Gipsy Moth IV under full sail

    Gipsy Moth IV under restoration by new owner

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    1979 Fastnet Race: The race the changed everything

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    A deep fore-foot, encapsulated long fin keel, and rudder protected by a large skeg means the Najad 390 doesn't pound to windward. Credit: Richard Langdon

    Najad 390: A pedigree cruiser for serious sailing

    Thirty-nine feet is often thought of as the golden size for short-handed cruising. Rachael Sprot tests the Najad 390 to find out if it hits the mark

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    Yachting Monthly's Brian Black Memorial Award for marine environmental journalism with B&G returns for 2022. Here are the details of how to win £4,000

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