7th July 2021
Boat test: ‘Whitsuntide No2’ hybrid 52ft canal boat by Trinity Boats
The Whitsuntide No.2 is a fitting tribute to the craftsmen of Trinity Boats who made sure this newbuild hybrid narrow boat had a home to go to...
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Boat Tests
27th February 2020
Boat test: Korea move pays off
Having led the construction and UK delivery of four hybrid tankers from the Far East, former Royal Fleet Auxiliary crewman shows how experience can be invaluable
6th December 2018
Boat test: the gentle giant
Propelled an electric motor powered by a huge array of solar panels, this style-packed 70-footer shows how technology is marching on
25th April 2018
Boat Test: bespoke boat from JD Narrowboats
A bespoke boat means you can really tailor your design to fit your dreams. And if that means an extended cabin and a gigantic bed, JD Narrowboats are happy to oblige
24th April 2018
The Boat Test: Specs appeal
Why wait years for a bespoke build? Adam braves the last blast of winter to test a top notch spec boat that is ready to go
8th March 2018
Boat test: work, rest and play with this 60ft Elgin
Relocating to the other end of the country and becoming a liveaboard is a big change – but this bespoke 60ft semi-trad is designed to ease the transition
7th February 2018
Boat Test: the 200 club (Fantasia II)
This boat marks a milestone for Aintree boats. Not only that, the 52ft semi-trad showcases all their craft at a remarkable price
2nd January 2018
Boat Test: Short and sweet
This lovely narrow-boat style widebeam delivers the ultimate retirement bolt-hole for its new owners
5th December 2017
Boat Test: Sonoma
What makes a boat truly stand out from the crowd? Sometimes you just need a little finesse
1st November 2017
The Boat Test: Powering to the future
If we said the batteries on this Braidbar cost £15k (and that’s just for three) you’d probably think it’s a misprint, but it isn’t and there’s a good reason why so much has been spent…
10th May 2017
Boat Test: The power of three
If you had a chance to build a boat, then a second and then a third, how would you change things – Val and Graham did just that
