Handling a catamaran in manoeuvres can sometimes be easier than with a monohull, but there are a few surprising differences. Paul Hayes showed Will Bruton how to do it
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Golden Globe Race: Clearing the Doldrums
The leaders in the Golden Globe Race have now left the Doldrums and are extending their leads in the South East Trades
Effortless sail power: Setting up a headsail
Are you getting the most out of your boat? Duncan Wells shows you how a little knowledge can go a long way when you’re heading to windward
CleanToGleam range
From a selection of the latest kit in Yachting Monthly’s New Gear pages
Quantum 2 Doppler Radar
Raymarine is the latest manufacturer to add a Doppler raydome to its lineup. The Quantum 2 Doppler uses CHIRP pulse compression and weighs only 5.6kg (12.3lb). Designed for use with…
Golden Globe Race: 13 skippers left heading south
Palestinian skipper Nabil Amra has officially retired from the Golden Globe Race. He is heading into port with self steering problems
Jonty Pearce: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
A fractured davit causes problems for Jonty Pearce as he prepares Aurial for cruising
It’s good to be afloat – Editor’s letter, August 2018
We’ve done it! At last, my wife and I have bought our first boat. Sure, there have been family boats before, but this is our very own. Buying a boat…
August issue – out now
SAILING SKILLS Expert on board How to tame your downwind sails. Expert tips and tricks to run with the wind with balance and control The knowledge Swing your compass. Why…
Golden Globe Race: Mark Slats gaining on Philippe Péché as they clear the first gate
French skipper Philippe Péché was the first Golden Globe Race entrant to pass the mandatory gate at Lanzarote, closely followed by Mark Slats