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    4 of the best practical classic boats for sale for under £40,000

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    Invictus TT460: Let the games begin…

    Yacht definitions: What is a yacht? And does it need to have sails?

    Ernest Hemingway's motor yacht Pilar was built for fighting big fish

    Pixii Electric Boats: Navigating tomorrow's waters

    Azimut 78 yacht tour: Inside the mother of all owner-operated boats

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    Is now the time for a more environmentally sensitive antifoul?

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    4 of the best practical classic boats for sale for under £40,000
    Invictus TT460: Let the games begin…
    Ernest Hemingway's motor yacht Pilar was built for fighting big fish
    Yacht definitions: What is a yacht? And does it need to have sails?
    Pixii Electric Boats: Navigating tomorrow's waters

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    Sailors urged to report incidents of marine wildlife harassment

    If cetaceans, like common dolphins, bow ride alongside, vessels should not increase their speed or change course. Credit: Genevieve Leaper

    Rope, rigging & deck gear: how to choose the right rope

    Rope is one of the most important tools for the cruising sailor

    Save the date: Pip Hare Ask Me Anything on YBW

    Pip Hare finished the race in 95d 11h 37m 30s. Credit: Yvan Zedda/Alea

    The dirty truth about teak

    Teak is favoured for decking because it is easy to work with and resilient in a harsh marine environment, but the forests in which is grows are being decimated. Credit: Graham Snook

    No anchoring zones proposed for Studland Bay

    No anchoring zones  could be introduced at the south-west end of the Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone,
    The Fusion RA210 is an entry-level model
    Tested: Bluetooth marine stereo: Fusion RA210
    If cetaceans, like common dolphins, bow ride alongside, vessels should not increase their speed or change course. Credit: Genevieve Leaper
    Sailors urged to report incidents of marine wildlife harassment
    Rope is one of the most important tools for the cruising sailor
    Rope, rigging & deck gear: how to choose the right rope
    Pip Hare finished the race in 95d 11h 37m 30s. Credit: Yvan Zedda/Alea
    Save the date: Pip Hare Ask Me Anything on YBW

    Pip Hare: My Vendée Globe journey

    Fastest sailboats: The teams aiming for a record-breaking 80 knots

    First look: McConaghy Makara 85

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    Save the date: Pip Hare’s Ask Me Anything session on YBW

    Pip Hare celebrates with Champagne after arriving back on the dock at Les Sables d'Olonne. Photo Richard Langdon / Ocean Images

    First look: Brooklin Boat Yard / Jim Taylor 44

    Pip Hare: My Vendée Globe journey
    Fastest sailboats: The teams aiming for a record-breaking 80 knots
    First look: McConaghy Makara 85
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    How to troubleshoot an outboard engine – video guide

    Antifouling: Everything you need to know

    Antifouling A-Z - everything you need to know from Practical Boat Owner

    What chartplotters can do that your smartphone can’t

    Boat launch checks – what to check when returning to your boat after lockdown

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    Paddleboarding with kids – 6 SUPs on test in Poole and Christchurch harbour

    Getting ready for a winter paddleboard in Poole harbour

    Which inflatable paddleboard? What to look for when buying a SUP

    Paddleboards come in a whole range of lengths and volume to suit different activities
    How to troubleshoot an outboard engine – video guide
    Antifouling A-Z - everything you need to know from Practical Boat Owner
    Antifouling: Everything you need to know
    What chartplotters can do that your smartphone can’t
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    Boat launch checks – what to check when returning to your boat after lockdown

    Videos

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    Followtheboat: Running aground and sailing defensively in pirate waters

    Jungle sailing: Followtheboat on hitting logs and running aground

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    Sailing up river: Followtheboat go in search of elephants and monkeys

    Sailing up river: Followtheboat take their sailboat into the Malaysian jungle

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    Boat test videos

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    Boat test: Bénéteau Swift Trawler 47

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    VIDEO: Used Boat - Princess 52

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    Sailing skills

    Boat rig checks: 18 ways to refine your yacht

    Sailing alongside another boat of the same class can reveal differences in how your boat is sailing.
    Does your boats weather helm bother you, or does she go better on one tack than the other? Toby Heppell explains how to iron out…

    Eyeball pilotage skills for coast crawling

    Darker areas can indicate shallow rocks or deeper water over sand, so knowing what you are looking at is key. Credit: Ken Endean
    Getting close in to the coast to explore a tidal channel or find a snug anchorage is rewarding but close attention must be paid to…

    Gear reviews

    What chartplotters can do that your smartphone can’t

    Today’s chartplotters offer robust functionality and ease of use that makes them far better than tablets or mobiles, says Rupert HolmesA few years ago I…

    Paddleboarding with kids – 6 SUPs on test in Poole and Christchurch harbour

    Getting ready for a winter paddleboard in Poole harbour
    Paddleboards are now lighter and more compact than ever. We tested these 2021 SUP boards in Dorset and had a LOT of fun! Getting ready…

    OLAS Guardian tested: Can this wireless killcord and MOB alarm set you free?

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    Toy of the Month: Riding this underwater scooter feels like flying below the waves

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    Toy of the Month: This 30-knot electric jet board makes waveless surfing even cooler

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    Spinnaker teams up with Help for Heroes for limited edition watch

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    Is now the time for a more environmentally sensitive antifoul?

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    Expert advice

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    Best boating apps: 9 essential downloads for iPhone and Android

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    Best EPIRB: 4 emergency beacons to keep you safe at sea

    Gill Deckhand sailing Gloves

    Gill Deckhand and Championship review: Minimalist sailing gloves tested

    Zhik G1 Lightweight Gloves

    Zhik G1 and Zhik G2 review: Lightweight and performance sailing gloves tested

    Gill Helmsman sailing Gloves

    Gill Helmsman review: Gauntlet-style sailing gloves put to the test

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    MiniCat GUPPY: The easy to carry inflatable catamaran

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    Max Zhivov unveils his new eco-friendly concept: the VIK Boat

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    Pictures: Boats at Christmas

    Silent-Yachts SILENT 79 exterior

    Silent-Yachts introduces its largest solar-powered catamaran, SILENT 79

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    Travel

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    Followtheboat: Exploring an uninhabited private island

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    Exploring Pulau Macan: The tropical island that thinks it’s a sailboat

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    Sailing Jakarta: Polluted, noisy, overcrowded but absolutely brilliant

    Sailing Krakatoa Part 2: Shoreside excursion on an active volcano

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    Features

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    Best sailing books: Immerse yourself in one of these 10 sailing novels

    Top 10 must-see sailing documentaries

    Top 10 best boat-themed films of the 1980s

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    10 Top innovations in the history of sailing

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