SW105 SORVIND “BEST SAILING YACHT” 2023 OF THE WSA (2025)
This prestigious award recognises the outstanding craftsmanship and ingenuity that went into the design and construction of this remarkable luxury yacht. SW105 Sørvind is a testament to Southern Wind’s commitment to producing some of the world’s finest sailing yachts, with exceptional performance and comfort. As the judging committee remarked: “Sørvind is a beatifully constructed yacht, multifunctional and able to fully satisfy the owner’s desire for both performance sailing and comfortable cruising, all in a Nordic Cool package”.
Sørvind is the result of the extraordinary dedication of the SW building team and expertise of our designersFarr Yacht Design, who took care of the yacht’s Naval Architecture and Nauta Design, responsible for the Exterior and Interior Design – with the help of Jeroen Machielsen from the Dutch Studio Hermanides for the decoration..
Congratulations to the owners and all those involved in bringing home this important award. We’re thrilled to have Sørvind joining he fleet of the upcoming Southern Wind Rendezvous and can’t wait to see her in action!
This prestigious award recognises the outstanding craftsmanship and ingenuity that went into the design and construction of this remarkable luxury yacht. SW105 Sørvind is a testament to Southern Wind's commitment to producing some of the world's finest sailing yachts
sailing yachts
A sailing yacht (US ship prefixes SY or S/Y), is a leisure craft that uses sails as its primary means of propulsion. A yacht may be a sail or power vessel used for pleasure, cruising, or racing.
Combining strength and style, the DB50 is built to CE Classification A, the highest rating possible, meaning the yacht can tackle extended voyages, withstanding winds over Beaufort Force 8 and significant wave heights above four metres. The same applies to the spectacular nautical range of 400 to 450 miles.
Kraken Yachts has been hailed as the “world's safest blue water yacht.” Their in-depth analysis highlights the advanced safety features and engineering innovations that set Kraken yachts apart from the competition, making them the preferred choice for sailors who refuse to compromise on safety.
Sunfish are very forgiving and easy to sail. The square sided hard chined hull makes them feel stable in the water even in a lot of wind. If you do capsize they are easy to upright and self bailing. New Sunfish are still being built and they are raced in many places so parts are sails are easy to get.
For what it's worth, most long-term ocean cruising sailors tend to find that their own sweet spot is somewhere between 11m (36ft) and 14m (46ft) long, while 9-12m (32-40ft) seems to suit many solo sailors, but the right size of boat is intensely personal and the increasing reliability and efficiency of powered sail- ...
If you are a solo sailor, you might feel comfortable on a 30-foot yacht but will probably prefer a larger sailing boat if you are traveling as a family (32 ft, 35 ft, 40ft, or more).
Typically, cruisers settle on yachts that are 40-42ft in length, as these are cheaper to moor while still comfortable to live on. Circumnavigating families opt for boats over 50ft.
40-49 Feet >>> Perfect size yacht for couples and small families. Motor Yachts in the 40-50 foot range make great starter yachts and can be owner operated.
History Supreme has never actually been seen in a major port, and rumors suggest that the yacht may not be real and instead just a publicity stunt. Reportedly owned by Malaysia's richest man, Robert Kuok, and designed by Stuart Hughes in the UK, the yacht is only a paltry 100 feet long.
Jeff Bezos Yacht Koru A Controversial Start and a Symbolic Name. Jeff Bezos, the billionaire behind Amazon, is set to become the owner of the world's largest sailing vessel, S/Y Koru. The yacht, which measures 417 feet long, is currently undergoing open-seas testing before being delivered to its owner.
Catamarans and trimarans can have multiple hulls and these styles can handle rough water and make the best boats for the ocean. If you plan to stay near the coast, flat-bottomed boats are great boats for shallow water. These types of boats don't fare as well on the ocean, especially if conditions get rough.
Motoryachts, especially superyachts and megayachts handle rough sea really well. When it comes to handling rough seas, luxury motor yachts come to the forefront with their exceptional seaworthiness and stability. Superyachts and megayachts, with their larger size and weight, offer a smoother ride in choppy waters.
For comfort and safety, yachts crossing the ocean should be a minimum of 30ft. This size boat allows you to travel securely across the Atlantic Ocean. When yachts cross the ocean, it's important to have enough fuel, supplies and food for those on board, which means that the larger the boat, the better your journey.
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