Navigating by degrees
Practical
Which hull should house a catamaran’s depth transducer?
Put it in the starboard hull
What’s the French phrase for….?
Weather words en Francais
Accidentally started filling your water tank with diesel?
Steam cleaning is the answer
Not Cooking with Gas?
Try cleaning the burners
Wear lots of thin layers at sea
It can help stop seasickness.
Towing your boat: video masterclass
Video masterclass guide to towing your boat safely, including setting off, reversing, launching and recovery
At sea, carry out a regular shackle check
They undo themselves!!
What is a safe speed in reduced visibility?
Some scary calculations
How important is ornithology at sea?
It depends how superstitious you are
Taking part in an organised race?
Check your boat's insurance
Stop your gas bottles rusting
Smear your way to a clean boat
An anchor angel – on the cheap
Are dumb-bell weights the solution?
Jars, threads and screws
Jars, threads and screws
Beginner tiller training tips
Remember the three T's
Resist the temptation to use the engine
Sailing down a tricky channel teaches you about your boat
Choose your crew carefully for voyages to sea
More nautical superstition
Tips for keeping your satellite phone in good condition
Test it monthly... at least
Keep control of your onboard AC power usage
How long would a 1kW hairdryer take to drain a 100Ah battery bank?
Sluice aluminium and stainless fittings after sailing
Concentrated salt chrystals can cause havoc on metal fittings