Classic Boat April 2025 Sample

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STORMY WEATHER

One of Olin Stephens’ favourite designs has raced offshore and in regattas around the world for nearly a century and shows no sign of slowing down

STORMY WEATHER

SAIL ON,

Now in her 10th decade, this little boat has defied the odds to remain afloat and in commission

WORDS AND PHOTOS NIGEL SHARP

SAOIRSE

The brand new Rustler 41 is a reminder that performance has always been part of the marque

WORDS NIC COMPTON

WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING

BACK ON THE CLYDE

The 8-Metre class revels in its traditional Scottish waters, embracing new designs with a focus on youth

WORDS DAVID SMITH

PHOTOS JAMES ROBERTSON TAYLOR

CLASSIC EVENTS 2025

Clockwise from top left: Racing on England’s Broads; a rally in London; aboard Spartan in the Mediterranean; 12-Ms Northern Light and Thea battling it out; Calmer times at the Thames Trad; Antibe’s blue seas

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