Keel know-how; How to gybe safely; Spotlight on the Nordic Folkboat; Hot water systems explained; Working with Perspex; Painting over varnish; Launching tips for dinghies; Westerly Owners at 60; A motorboater’s guide to dodging racing dinghies. Modifying your dinghy for adventure and more!

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Keel bolt check and why they matter!

Simple checks inside and out and how and when to fix it

Gybe-talkin’

How to gybe safely and the different techniques for different sail types

Nordic Folkboat – on test

The People’s Yacht and why it remains a classic

Building a bluewater cruising yacht

Building and fitting out a 40ft ferrocement ketch

Hot water systems

What to consider when installing hot water onboard

Electric outboard test

ePropulsion eLite tested during a charter

Tender upgrade

How one cruiser upgraded his dinghy to make it fit for adventure

Pram dinghy construction

Step-by-step guide to build your own dinghy

Fuel problems solved

Cleaning an engine to keep it running

Working with Perspex

Tips and hints for using Perpex on board

Let there be light

Painting over varnished wood

Racing dinghies vs motorboats

What motorboaters should consider when sharing the water with dinghy racers

Wonderful Westerly

60 years of the Westerly Owners’ Association

Dinghy launching tips

How to get out on the water when sailing solo

Whisky cruising

A cruise around the distilleries in the Firth of Clyde