# The coolest boats and launches of 2026 that every sailor will want to sail | The Sailing Pod Ep.9

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Published: 2026-01-30T16:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Sailing Podcast – brought to you by Sunsail – host Theo Stocker escapes the winter chill of the Düsseldorf Boat Show to step aboard the sleek, aluminium Pure 42. Joining him is a true heavyweight of marine journalism: Toby Hodges, the Boat Test Editor for Yachting World and a veteran judge for the European Yacht of the Year awards. With a career that spans several hundred boat tests (perhaps even a thousand), Toby offers an unparalleled 'bird’s-eye view' of the current state of yacht design. From the massive volume of the new Beneteau First 60 to the stripped-back, slippery elegance of the J/7, the pair break down the trends defining the 2026 season. Inside This Episode: Düsseldorf Highlights: A deep dive into the 17 halls of the world’s largest indoor boat show and the resurgence of major brands like Bavaria and Hanse. The Rise of Solar: How innovative, tailored solar panels are turning coachroofs and hardtops into powerhouse energy generators without sacrificing aesthetics. Safety First: A look at why the new Clipper Round the World yacht designs are following the trend of moving mainsheets out of the cockpit and under hardtop protection. Small Boat Soul: Why the Saffier 28 and the J/7 are proving that you don't need a hundred feet of carbon fibre to have a world-class experience on the helm. Special Offer from our Sponsor: Sunsail This episode is made possible by Sunsail. If you're dreaming of your next adventure on the water, Sunsail is offering a free day of sailing for every week you book in 2026. Book seven days and pay for six, or book a fortnight and get a free weekend included! Claim your offer at: https://bit.ly/4aS5Nmm (Offer valid worldwide excluding Italy. Book by January 30th, 2026.) The Sailing Podcast is the latest series from th…

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