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Old Sea Dogs is an independent boating and sailing magazine for everyone who enjoys being on, around or simply dreaming about the water.
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Fresh sailing stories, race notes and waterfront news
© RYASwiss Surgeon Tom Stierle Named RYA Yachtmaster of the Year 2025 After Exemplary Seamanship
From Rhine waters to Solent tidal gates and a hospital ship sabbatical, a Swiss surgeon’s determined path to the RYA’s highest amateur accolade is celebrated at Southampton.3 min read
© Sailing EnergyNo Kings, No Certainties: The 49er Opens the Road to Los Angeles
Seven major regattas produced five winners, sixteen podium crews and no dominant force, leaving Olympic qualification and the race for Los Angeles medals wide open.3 min read
© Jean-Louis Carli | The Ocean RaceMSIG Europe Completes the Ocean Race Atlantic After Nine Days of Grit and Improvisation
Conrad Colman’s predominantly New Zealand crew overcame equipment failures, violent seas and an enormous technical disadvantage to bring the inaugural Ocean Race Atlantic to its conclusion in Lorient.3 min read
© Sailing Energy / iQFOiL International ClassSteinberg and Van Opzeeland Soar to iQFOiL World Titles in Weymouth Drama
Tamar Steinberg of Israel and Luuc van Opzeeland of the Netherlands secured the 2026 iQFOiL World Championships titles in Weymouth after a decisive Medal Series finale that capped a week of varied and demanding racing.3 min read
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Revolution Met Evolution as Malizia 4 and DMG MORI Global One Redefined IMOCA Design
Malizia 4 and DMG MORI Global One brought opposing IMOCA design philosophies to The Ocean Race Atlantic, setting revolution against evolution in a fascinating test of offshore speed and reliability.
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The Ultimate 45‑Foot Cruiser for Comfort & Performance
When you’re at sea chasing a blend of performance, luxury and weekend‑to‑extended‑cruise capability, the Sea Ray Sundancer 455 stands out. Measuring roughly 45 feet (13.7 m) in length and boasting amenity‑rich accommodation, this express cruiser ticks all the boxes for an owner‑operator or small family seeking a yacht that works equally well for coastal hops, Mediterranean jaunts or Caribbean getaways.
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A New Helm for Heesen Yachts: Captain Mike Rouse Appointed as Strategic Advisor
Heesen Yachts, a pioneer in the yacht-building industry, positions Mike Rouse as Strategic Advisor, intending to optimise the captain's technical prowess and commanding expertise.
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Nausicaä: Lürssen Launches Unconventional Fuel-Cell Superyacht and Jassj Sets Sail for Sea Trials
The maritime world welcomes Nausica, an innovative superyacht equipped with fuel-cell technology, while its sister ship, Jassj, embarks on sea trials.
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Launches, sea trials, and owner-minded notes
Reviews are written around the questions buyers and skippers actually ask: handling, access, storage, maintenance, and whether the layout works once the weather turns.
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Inverting Convention, Lagaria Reveals 90m Superyacht Concept 'Platea' as an Open-Air Club at Sea
The innovative design studio Lagaria, thriving in Monaco, presents a revolutionary superyacht concept, identified as Platea, where the outdoor experience is king.Reviews