BOATS 8/26: Foil spectacle, a world premiere put to the test, and tips on buying a second-hand boat

Foiling in Croatia

​Our trainee, David Ingelfinger, had actually been hoping for an absolute thrill of speed with the futuristic Racebirds, but on the water, the E1 speedsters turned out to be surprisingly tame. The race did, however, provide some thrilling action, including a crash, against the stunning backdrop of Dubrovnik, and the drivers were more approachable than expected. You can find the race report here.

A wanderer with a teddy bear

​At the age of 77, Renate Weineck sets sail alone on the Baltic Sea every summer – well, almost alone: her teddy bear keeps her company on board. In this interview, the solo skipper explains how she navigates locks on her own, what sailing suitable for older people means, and why, for her, freedom means being able to make her own decisions.

​Axopar celebrates its world premiere

​The Finnish shipyard unveiled the brand-new Axopar 38 Sun Top in Mallorca at the start of May. What immediately catches the eye on board are the sliding sun canopy – which gives the boat its name – and the folding side balconies. Our editor Leonie Meyer was on board and was able to put this sporty new model through its paces in changeable weather conditions.

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​Magazine

​Boating accidents in Croatia • Baltic Sea island up for auction • New WSA control centre.

Pros and Cons

​Anchoring at night or mooring in the harbour? The pros and cons of bays and berths.

Premieres

​Letech’s first watercraft, the LMT 4.5 • A racing car feel with the Astor 38 Pista • The MC-ZERO 450 electric tender.

​Setting out for new horizons

A couple of sailors are switching to a motorboat. What prompted the new owners of this steel-hulled vessel to make the switch.

Foils in front of the fortress

Feature: The electric racing series made a stop in Dubrovnik. We were there.

More than just a boat

Guests at the anniversary gathering: what unites the Elling Owners’ Association.

Ladies, get fishing!

So much for it being a male-dominated world: we present three passionate female boat anglers in these personal profiles.

Solo at 77

Renate Weineck, a senior citizen, spends half the year travelling alone on the Baltic Sea.

Dead Boats

What happens to old boats when they are simply abandoned? And what impact do these abandoned vessels have on the harbours?

The first time

Column: Cast off! Anni and Sven’s ‘Late Love’ sets sail.

In good second-hand condition

New series: We take a look at what the second-hand boat market has to offer for different budgets.

In the shadows or in the spotlight

Yacht Profile: What makes the metre-long Explorer ‘Limerence’ a true master of transformation.

Picture book

It doesn’t get any more Swedish than this. Part 2 of our summer cruise with the CCS: the island of Öja.

Caribbean two-piece

Half French, half Dutch: that’s what makes St Martin so special

Boundless

Driving pleasure: Axopar presents the 38 ST, the open-top version of the 38-foot series.

A sporty holiday

The popular cruising yacht from Finland, the Grandezza 34, now available with outboard engines for the first time.

Indispensable helpers

Vehicle tools: What do you need to take with you? And what must they be capable of and able to withstand?

Temu put to the test

Cheap goods from China: We tested some boating equipment from the platform.

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