‘Give ’em enough rope…’ You know the rest; it’s an expression that’s been around for more than 350 years. But there’s one place this time-honoured truism doesn’t hold true, and…
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Best boat fenders: 7 of the best options for protecting your topsides
If ever there was an unsung hero in the world of boating, it surely has to be the humble fender. Ubiquitous and largely maintenance-free, fenders dangle fearlessly in the face…
Best kids lifejackets and buoyancy aids for keeping your children safe
But happily even the most irresponsible grown-up always seems to insist on any kids in their charge being fitted with a personal floatation device of one kind or another. And…
Updated guidance on fitting a radar reflector to boats under 15m
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has updated its guidance and is urging all owners of boats under 15m/49.2ft to fit a radar reflector
Golden Globe Race: ‘It was a no brainer to stop after my self-steering broke’
Pat Lawless shares his plans for the future after being forced to retire from the 2022 Golden Globe Race when his boat's self-steering system broke, leaving him hand-steering his Saltram
Marine satellite communication: options for recreational sailors
Faster, cheaper marine satellite communication is coming to an ocean near you. Sam Fortescue investigations the options for recreational sailors
How it works: Diesel fuel system – from tank to cylinder
Every sailor needs to understand how their diesel engine works. In the second of this series, we look at the diesel fuel system
Wearing a lifejacket ‘not a personal choice’, says US Sailing
US Sailing has said all crew should wear a lifejacket, harnesses and tethers in inclement weather or when conditions warrant it, and that it shouldn't be a 'personal choice'
Yachting Monthly December 2022 – On sale 10 November 2022
Inside the December 2022 issue of Yachting Monthly: Rachael Sprot gives her guide to downwind sailing, taking particular note of what extra sail options provide the fastest and safest downwind…
Dawn 39: big sister to the Contessa 32
What does a Contessa 32 with 6ft headroom and an aft cabin look like? Rachael Sprot jumps on board the Dawn 39 to find out