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SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW PREVIEW

Evolution not revolution has long been the call from the organisers of Southampton Boat Show (now named Southampton International Boat Show, powered by Borrow A Boat, to reflect their new headline sponsor), who have in recent years been tweaking layout and plans in response to feedback from attendees.

It’s no secret we now attend boat shows for different reasons than we once did. There are still bargains and discounts to be found of course but in the world of online chandlery and speedy delivery they are no longer the only place we go to purchase new sailing kit for the year.

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