US-based Dudley Dix will introduce his racing and cruising designs to the Indian market through an agreement with XS Marines. The South African yacht designer is reporting increased demand from India, considered the ‘sleeping giant’ of global boat building. US-based Dudley Dix last week confirmed he had signed a deal with India’s XS Marines to introduce his racing and cruising designs…
Category: Sailing
Learning The Ropes With Fairwinds, Mumbai’s Oldest Sailing School
“Sailing is the supreme sport. In fact, it’s more a way of life than a sport. Every aspect has it’s own fascination… Sailing sharpens the senses and heightens the appetite, that whiff of sea air and the splash of the sea the most moribund city dweller blossoms to life” – Arthur Beiser, The Sailor’s World. The deeper…
The Second Seabird XS63 Launched For The Yacht Club Of Hyderabad
The gaff rigged Seabird designed by Morgan Giles in 1920 has recently evolved from a wooden clinker hull to a modern open transom carvel hull, the Seabird XS63. In keeping with changes in modern sailing boats, XS Marines has given the Seabird hull a totally new dimension – an innovative deck cum cockpit resulting in a…
Vibhav Mariwala’s Trip to Underi – Exploring the Abandoned
Underi was a naval base of the Maratha Empire, a fort that held out against England for decades. A once integral checkpoint for trade in the Konkan and a stunning palace, but now, an abandoned, ruined, overrun marine fort. This is what my impression of Underi was, when I saw it from a far, in the middle…
A Day On A Beach In Mandwa, Alibaug
Get ready to pack that picnic basket, summer is here! And if you want to spend a day at a secluded beach, your ideal destination is not as far as you think. All you need to do is get to the Gateway of India and get on a boat to Mandwa, Alibaug. One can catch a ferry which…
Water Sports In Mumbai – A Must Try Over The Weekend!
India’s west coast is fantastic for coastal sailing and water sports, and, if you live in the city, the Mumbai harbour offers a safe and conducive environment for all kinds of water sports like jet skiing or kayaking. Take up a new sport or simply plan something new. It is more accessible than you think….
Sailors Of J Boats Featured @ RYA Awards / British Sailing Awards
J/70 sailors at RYA Awards (London, England) – Ian Walker was named the “boats.com YJA Yachtsman of the Year” by the Yachting Journalists’ Association. Ian is from Warsash in Hampshire and is the first British skipper to win the Volvo Ocean Race in the event’s 37 year history, when he led Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing…
Pointers To Make You Sail Better In Almost Any Boat
North Sails’ Chris Snow had done plenty of crewing on the J/70, but the 2015 North Americans was his first time on the helm. Here are some of the things he learned that will help in almost any boat… Have clear consistent marks on your jib sheets. You must have marks on the deck and…
Chartering A Yacht In Goa With Aquamarine
Chartering a yacht can be the ultimate experience, an unforgettable vacation, or an exceptional venue to conduct business! Life and Fun on the water will take a whole new outlook this season with Aquamarine Yacht Charters and Management Pvt. Ltd. bringing to you unparalleled leisure boating in Goa. Formed by a group of individuals with vast…
The Seabin Is Here To Tackle The Plastic Soup!
The ocean is filled with eight million tonnes of rubbish – enough to fill five carrier bags for every foot of coastline on the planet. But a new invention could tackle this problem, one port at a time. A pair of surfers from Perth, Australia, has invented a ‘floating bin’ that automatically sucks rubbish floating on the…
Cooking On A Boat – Tips And Tricks!
We do believe that ‘everything tastes better on the water’ and when you possess a love for boating and sharing a meal with friends, you know it is absolutely linked! The challenges of cooking on the waves are not only about high winds and limited rations, but also trying to make something good to eat in a tiny…
Discover The Secrets Of Seychelles, Your Next Yacht Charter Destination
The diversity of the Seychelles landscape rushes up to greet you the moment your aircraft begins its descent! The Seychelles islands boast a huge array of activities ranging from thrilling water adventures to hiking trails through the thick island jungles and coastal mangrove forests. Located here are some of the best beaches in the world, pristine…
Get A Boat, Get A Lesson And Get Ready To Set Sail!
Sailing season begins next month and our agenda for you is to get a sailboat of your own, invest in a couple of sailing lessons and start exploring the Mumbai harbor and India’s coastline. Whether you are sailing across a lake on a quiet afternoon, or watching the sun come up in the harbour, there is…
Survival – Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea
Did you know that floating on your back takes the least energy? As a survivor on the open sea, you will face waves and wind. You may also face extreme heat or cold. To keep these environmental hazards from becoming serious problems, take precautionary measures as soon as possible. Use the available resources to protect…
Sailing The Konkan Coast: A Necessary Experience By Vibhav Mariwala
Vibhav shares his story about the first time he went cruising along the Konkan coast. His insights and discoveries on the country’s history and environment makes one sit back and think of the many adventures that await only a few hours from the city coast. His dialogue has a unique message for all of us. Especially…
XS Marines’ Sea Bird Mark 3 HF – Sail On Crazy Diamond!
Panambur Beach in Mangaluru, which already has a public-private partnership to enhance tourist facilities, introduced another attraction — Crazy Diamond, a sail boat that can offer the sailing experience of the days of yore. Manufactured by Sheri Bamboat of XS Marines, Mumbai, the Sea Bird Mark 3 HF has been brought to Panambur by Mahesh Kamath,…
Sailing From Mumbai To Goa On A No Moon Night!
It was a new moon on the night eight valiant sailors set sail from Mumbai to Goa in a J122E to catch the India Bike Week 2015 last month in February. The round trip covered a week with two days of sailing to the destination non-stop, two or three days on land and two days…
Sailing Gloves – Protect Yourself From Injuries
Sailing gloves are among the most important pieces of clothing you should carry with you when you are on a boat. They serve two major purposes, protection from injuries, for example through running lines that you have to pull manually, and protection from odd temperatures (cold), which could make your grip unreliable and affect the…
Sailor Tara Establishes The Yachting Association Of Kolhapur
Taramati Matiwade had been a National Athlete throughout her schooling and moved to Mumbai for higher studies when she was seventeen. She joined the National Cadet Corp (NCC) – Navy in 2006 and her passion for sailing started from there! She learned sailing and won several competitions. A consistent sailor, her passion to learn and…
Making Of A Sailor – An Interview With Cyrus Heerjee
We believe that Sailing a boat does not only mean acquiring a new skill, it spells out a permanent lifestyle change for you! The activity is so rewarding, we promise that you have yet to come across a recreation and sport that has as many benefits as sailing does. Being out in the harbor for…