Kraken Yachts founder Dick Beaumont and team take the Kraken 58 out on the water to put her through her paces and explains why Kraken chooses the Selden Solent Rig for serious bluewater cruising. In this video, Dick demonstrates the practical advantages of the Solent Rig setup, from single handed sailing and versatility in all weathers to safety and comfort offshore, and walks through some of the standout features built into the new Kraken 58. It's a first-hand look at how Kraken designs and builds yachts for sailors who plan to cross oceans, not just coastlines. Whether you're researching your first bluewater yacht or you're a long-time offshore sailor curious about the Kraken 58, this sea trial gives you a real sense of how she handles and why she's built the way she is: built without compromise. 00:10 Introduction 01:45 Set the Main and Genoa 02:20 Close Reach under Main and Genoa 03:45 Genoa away, set Jib 04:46 Close Hauled under Main and Jib 06:10 Put Main away 07:45 Setting Code K 09:05 Broad Reach under Code K 13:59 Set the Genoa 14:40 Downwind under Code K and Genoa butterfly 14:47 Dolphins having a look at the butterfly setup 15:10 Bimini 18:40 Set the Genoa 19:10 Beam Reach under 1/3 Reefed Main and Genoa 23:11 Set the Jib 23:35 Close Hauled under 1/3 Reefed Main and Jib 26:10 Set Jib and Genoa butterfly 28:50 Solent Rig summary 30:18 Outro 🔔 Subscribe for more Kraken 58 sea trials, Q&As with Dick Beaumont, and insights from the Kraken Yachts team. 👉 Learn more about Kraken Yachts: www.krakenyachts.com 📩 Get in touch: sales@krakenyachts.com 📸 Follow us: Facebook: / krakenyachts Instagram: / kraken_yachts #KrakenYachts #Kraken58 #SolentRig #BluewaterCruising #SailingYacht #OffshoreSailing #DickBeaumont #YachtSeaTrial

Why Doesn't Kraken Yachts Do Boat Shows? | Kraken Q&A with Dick Beaumont In this instalment of our Q&A series, Kraken Yachts founder Dick Beaumont tackles a question we get asked time and again: why doesn't Kraken exhibit at boat shows? Dick explains the thinking behind Kraken's approach, and why it all comes back to our philosophy: built without compromise. 🔔 Subscribe for more Q&A episodes, yacht walkthroughs, and insights from the Kraken Yachts team. 👉 Learn more about Kraken Yachts: www.krakenyachts.com 📩 Get in touch: sales@krakenyachts.com 📸 Follow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KrakenYachts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kraken_yachts/ #KrakenYachts #BluewaterCruising #SailingYacht #YachtQA #DickBeaumont #BoatShows #BlueWaterSailing

BIG NEWS: The Kraken 44 Is Here Kraken Yachts' smallest bluewater cruiser yet is moving from blueprint to reality. With the same Zero Keel and Alpha Rudder safety systems found on the Kraken 50 and 58, the Kraken 44 brings serious ocean-crossing capability into a size built for couples and short-handed crews. Find out what's new and how to get on the build list on the Kraken website https://krakenyachts.com/kraken44

Not all yachts are created equal, and the Kraken 58 is here to prove it. Stuart heads aboard with Kraken founder Dick Beaumont for an in-depth interior tour, exploring the engineering decisions, design philosophy, and real-world cruising advantages that make the Kraken range truly exceptional bluewater cruisers.

Join Stuart as he meets Mike and Lisa aboard their brand new Kraken 50 for the very first time. Fresh from taking delivery of their new yacht, the couple set sail into the Mediterranean to begin the adventure they have dreamed of for years. From first impressions and life onboard to their early experiences under sail, this video captures the excitement, emotion and freedom that comes with starting a new chapter at sea aboard a Kraken Yacht.

Dick Beaumont invites you aboard the deck of the Kraken 58 for a hands‑on tour and technical deep dive into what a makes Kraken yacht the worlds safest sailing boat. You’ll see the ground tackle, Solent rig and collision points, lazarettes, concave bulwarks, stanchions, fuel filling stations and davit systems, plus Kraken’s signature standards: the Alpha Rudder™️ and Zero Keel™️. This video goes beyond features: Dick explains how the design choices on the Kraken 58 reduce risk, simplify maintenance and make day‑to‑day ownership a safer, more predictable experience. Watch the full walkthrough to see Kraken’s safety‑first engineering and design philosophy in action. Subscribe for more technical tours, build insights and behind‑the‑scenes looks at Kraken yachts. #KrakenYachts #Kraken58 #MarineSafety #BoatDesign #Sailing #YachtMaintenance #AlphaRudder #ZeroKeel

In Episode 3 of Kraken Q&A, Dick answers questions on the Kraken’s sail rig, stability of a sailing yacht and whether aluminium alloy is preferable as a boat building material over GRP. As usual Dick will try to answer both in his usual straightforward manner, but keep those comments coming in! #bluewatersailing #oceanready #builtwithoutcompromise #worldsailing

In Episode 1 of a new series of Ocean Sailor, Dick returns to his roots as he visits Royal Burnham Yacht Club in Essex, England. Here Dick shares his thoughts on the genesis of true bluewater yacht design, taking us on a journey going back more than 100 years. 00:13 Intro 01:40 Integral long keel, keel-hung rudder 04:00 Integral long keel, skeg-protected rudder 06:06 Bolt-on Fin Keel, Unprotected blade-hung rudder 08:53 Narrow bulb keel, spade-hung rudder 10:00 Torpedo keel, spade-hung rudder 10:54 Wide transom 11:17 Twin rudders 13:36 Contessa 32 #bluewatersailing #oceanready #builtwithoutcompromise @royalburnhamyachtclub

In Episode 2 of Kraken Q&A, Dick answers a very direct and provocative question “Are Oyster and Hallberg no longer Bluewater?” There have been a couple of questions on this theme and Dick will try to answer both in his usual straightforward manner. #bluewatersailing #oceanready #protectedrudders #builtwithoutcompromise #worldsailing

In this first episode in the new series of Kraken Q&A, Dick opens up the debate by answering some of the viewer’s comments from recent videos: ‘Bluewater Yacht' - What does that term mean anymore?’ and ‘In The Yard - Episode 1 "How different is a Kraken?”’. Thanks for all your supportive comments, although there have been some negative ones, and some idiot ones too! #bluewatersailing #oceanready #integratedkeel #hullstructure #builtwithoutcompromise #haveyoursay

In this first episode in the new series of 'In The Yard', we take you to our shipyard and start to show you the differences between the build of a Kraken and any other yacht in production today. We take a look behind the scenes as the hull of Kraken 50-016 is de-moulded, allowing us to witness a brand new production technique, and we also follow Kraken 50-010 as it leaves the yard to be launched. #bluewatersailing #oceanready #integratedkeel #builtwithoutcompromise

Dick Beaumont, chairman and founder of Kraken Yachts takes a look at the ‘Blue water Yacht’ lineup at the Dusseldorf Boat Show and asks are they really fit for purpose? Sour grapes, or home truths? You decide. #EYOTY #Kraken50 #Kraken58 #KrakenYachts #BluewaterSailing #LuxurySailing #SailingYacht #LiveaboardSailing #OceanReady

Whilst the Kraken 58 keeps turning heads on the water, here is a first teaser look inside. The new interior video gives you a taste of what life onboard really feels like. A full feature length video is coming very soon! Watch the teaser and see what sets the Kraken 58 apart. Take a full 3D tour of the Kraken 58 (and the Kraken 50) at the links below: Explore the Kraken 58 https://krakenyachts.com/kraken58/ Explore the Kraken 50 https://krakenyachts.com/kraken50/ #Kraken58 #KrakenYachts #BluewaterSailing #LuxurySailing #SailingYacht #YachtInterior #LiveaboardSailing #OceanReady

In this video Dick reflects on the most exciting year yet for Kraken Yachts. Wishing all viewers a wonderful Christmas and prosperous New Year from all at Kraken Yachts. Check out our Ocean Sailor channel for more sailing content: youtube.com/@oceansailorchannel

Taking some challenging weather in her stride, the first Kraken 58 followed a route crossing the Mediterranean Sea via the Straits of Messina. Built for bluewater, the 58 proved more than up to the job and stunned with her light wind performance towards the end of the trip. Find out more about the Kraken 58: https://krakenyachts.com/kraken58/

In this video, Dick introduces yachting journalist Will Bruton, who recently joined the Kraken team. Together, they unpack the essence of what makes a Kraken and the idea of a bulletproof yacht. Find out more about Kraken: https://krakenyachts.com

#krakenyachts #bluewatercrusiing #offshoresailing #bluewateryacht #kraken50 #kraken58 #dickbeaumont

In this short video, we give an update on the now well-established build process in Poland, showcasing some of the process improvements and options available to Kraken owners. #KrakenYachts #BlueWaterCruising #SailingYachtBuild #YachtConstruction #MadeInPoland #CruisingYacht #OceanReady #BoatBuilding #LiveaboardLife #SailingDreams #SailboatLovers #ExpeditionYacht #ModernYachtBuilding #YachtFactoryTour #OffGridSailing #yachtlife

The world is your Kraken! Kraken Yachts are making waves with exciting expansion plans for 2025. 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce our brand-new sales and service centre in Gibraltar! Stay tuned for more updates as we grow bigger and better. 🦑 #KrakenExpansion #Gibraltar #BigPlans2025 Found out more about Kraken Yachts at https://krakenyachts.com

Dick Beaumont, Kraken Yachts Founder, sits down to talk about the tragic sinking of the Bayesian with sailing journalist, Dick Durham. P.S There were a few technical issues with the recording of the video, we hope it doesn’t distract from the conversation!