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Aquila 50: Powercat Builder Sees The Light

Has a powercat powerhouse switched teams? Aquila’s founders say they’ve always been sailors at heart. BoatU.S. Magazine checked out the builder’s first sailboat.
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Lagoon 38: Cruising Catamaran In A Smaller Package

The smallest in Lagoon’s current lineup, the 38 feels more like a 42-footer with an owner’s suite that occupies that whole port pontoon and clever sail controls for shorthanded crews.
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J/7: Simple, Elegant Daysailer

A self-proclaimed replacement for the ubiquitous J/22, the J/7 is straightforward, stylish, and fun for both beginners and advanced sailors alike.
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Sirius 35 DS: Stout, Capable All-Weather Cruiser

German manufacturer crafts rugged sailboats in small packages – and now they’re coming to the States!
Catalina Yacht Design

Catalina Yacht Design

Plans released for the Catalina 48 signal a decisive shift into a new era (and new lines!) for the storied American boatbuilder.
New 42 Motorsailer

New 42 Motorsailer

Island Packet is emerging with new cruising models that remain rooted in the safety and comfort synonymous with founder Bob Johnson’s vision.
Catalina Yachts Sold

Catalina Yachts Sold

Daedalus Yachts’ Michael Reardon takes ownership of iconic American sailboat brand.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show

The Annapolis Sailboat Show

The 54th annual sailboat show featured a fleet of 155 boats, including 16 exhibiting for their first time in the United States.
2024 Newport International Boat Show

2024 Newport International Boat Show

BoatU.S. editors were on the docks in the sailing hub of Newport, Rhode Island, for the seaport town’s annual boat show. Several boats stood out from the crowd.