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Excess Campus Builds Skills and Community for Catamaran Owners

1 week ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

When thirty new catamaran owners gathered in mid-May on the sun-drenched coast of Canet-en-Roussillon, France, it wasn’t just for a celebratory maiden cruise—it was for school. The third annual Excess Campus, hosted by Groupe Beneteau’s catamaran brand Excess, brought together owners from around the world for four days of hands-on training, community-building, and coastal cruising.
Hybrid Option Coming to the Excess 11

2 weeks ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

Excess Catamarans has announced a new hybrid propulsion option for its popular 37-foot model, the Excess 11. Starting in summer 2025, buyers will be able to equip the boat with a hybrid system that pairs twin electric motors with a diesel generator. The new setup allows for quiet maneuvering and the option to cruise under electric power alone, while still offering extended range thanks to the generator backup.
J/40 Reborn: A Legendary Cruiser Reinvented for a New Generation

3 weeks ago | cruisingworld.com | Mark Pillsbury

Like father, like son. In 1984, J/Boats launched its first cruising sailboat, the J/40, designed by company founder Rod Johnstone. Right out of the box, it was named Best Domestic Cruiser by our sister publication, Sailing World (Cruising World had not yet launched a Boat of the Year program of its own). That boat had a 10-year production run, with 86 hulls launched.
The Competitive Cruiser? | Cruising World

3 weeks ago | cruisingworld.com | Herb McCormick

The late, great Larry Pardey—who, as a sailor, was ahead of his time in so many ways—was the most competitive cruiser I’ve ever met. Like many cruising sailors (myself included), Pardey was influenced as a young man by round-the-buoys and nearshore racing, long before he set off for distant horizons. And through the many books and articles that he co-authored with his wife, Lin, it was quite clear that he undertook the pursuit of offshore voyaging in a calculated, efficient manner.
Hanse Yachts Unveils Performance-Focused Hanse 360 ST

1 month ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

German boatbuilder Hanse Yachts has announced the launch of the Hanse 360 ST, a performance-enhanced variant of its award-winning Hanse 360. The new model was presented to the media at the Ancora Yachtfestival in Greifswald, Germany, on May 6, 2025.
Oyster Yachts Unveils New 80-Foot Bluewater Cruiser, the Oyster 805

1 month ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

Oyster Yachts has announced the launch of its latest model, the Oyster 805, an 80-foot bluewater sailing yacht designed to combine the luxury of a superyacht with the versatility of a long-range cruiser. Positioned between the existing Oyster 745 and 885 Series II, the new model introduces a fresh level of customization and comfort within a hull length just under 24 meters.
Joool Launches Smart Energy Systems

1 month ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

This year’s International Multihull Show in La Grande Motte, France, included the unveiling of Joool, a hybrid-propulsion and smart energy system developed by the team behind Alternatives Energies in France. According to Joool’s team, the modular and pre-configured system gives shipyards a single-source option for easier integration into builds. The company says it’s already working with several top sailboat manufacturers, including Fountaine Pajot, Dufour Yachts and Leopard Catamarans.
Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show Shines

1 month ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

The Annapolis City Dock in Maryland welcomed sailors from across the mid-Atlantic region for the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show from April 25-27. More than 50 boats were on display, making this the nation’s second-largest all-sailboat show—after the Annapolis Sailboat Show that’s held in the fall. Show organizers say the number of sailboats on display here dwarfs what showgoers find at major national events including the Miami and Newport international boat shows.
Four Seas Reimagines the Folding RIB

1 month ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

Four Seas, a Santa Ana, California-based company that offers a range of inflatable boats and kayaks, has introduced the Fore Runner—a product the company says is a “new and significantly improved” folding, inflatable RIB. The Fore Runner has a re-engineered hull and is built with German-made Heytex material, which adds durability and UV resistance. Tube seams are welded rather than glued, to help the RIB last longer in the saltwater environment.
RemigoOne Electric Outboard Launches in North America

1 month ago | cruisingworld.com | Andrew Parkinson

RemigoOne, an electric outboard that produces the equivalent of 3 hp, is now available in North America. The outboard comes from Slovenian-based Remigo, which also offers a range of chargers and other accessories. The RemigoOne, according to the company, does more than mimic gasoline-powered outboard engines. “RemigoOne is engineered from the ground up as a modern, ergonomic solution for tenders, small sailboats, and recreational boaters,” the company stated in a press release.