In the summer as well as a good pair of sailing sunglasses, you need a good sailing hat for protection from the sun (especially those of us who sport low-profile…
Expert boat advice
Best trolling motors: 8 electric outboard alternatives that really pack a punch
So you’re looking for an electric outboard to whizz your RIB around the harbour. Who wouldn’t want a fancy Torqeedo to hang off your transom? But at £1,450 and up,…
Best handheld marine radios: 8 feature-rich VHF options for your boat
The significant improvements in a number of areas in recent years have seen handheld marine radios move from merely a communications device to something altogether more useful. As technology has…
Best sailing sunglasses: 10 practical options for eye protection on the water
Those of us who go afloat expose ourselves to a lot of ultraviolet (UV) radiation – even on cloudy days in northern Europe. We all know that too much UV…
Best marine radio: 7 of the latest options on the VHF market
Not only does a marine radio serve as a vital safety tool in case something should go wrong onboard, it is also a crucial communications tool more generally. There was…
Best marine binoculars: 7 of the best pairs for keeping a good lookout on board
Whether for identifying a tricky harbour entrance, taking a closer look at an approaching ship or even looking for the breeze, a decent pair of marine binoculars will repay their…
Introducing… The globe-trotting sailing adventures of Followtheboat
YBW is excited to be partnering with Followtheboat, YouTube’s oldest UK sailing channel. As the longest-running boating forum in the world, it feels like the perfect match. In 2004, Jamie…
Anchoring: Tips and Tricks
Anchoring can be daunting, but once achieved can make for some of the most relaxing trips on board. Read our simple guide to anchoring for some useful tips
Protecting yourself from boat theft
Being the victim of boat theft is a nasty experience so we’ve got our top 10 tips on how to keep both your vessel and your belongings safe
10 Most common boat insurance claims
As a boat owner, the last thing on your mind when you set sail is that you might need to make an insurance claim. Here's how to prepare for the…
Advice for first time cruisers from those who’ve been there!
Is one of your plans this year to give up life on land and cruise long term? YBW has asked seasoned cruisers their pearls of wisdom for first timers
VIDEO: Lifecord – a revolutionary alarmed kill cord
MBY has teamed up with an entrepreneurial reader to launch Lifecord – a new type of kill cord that you can’t forget to wear. Motor Boat & Yachting's Hugo Andreae…
Seasickness prevention and cure: the good, the bad and the dreadful
Seasickness causes, prevention and cures. We look at pills, patches, bands and natural remedies to highlight what may work best for you
Tips for crossing the English Channel
Is there any better feeling than crossing the English Channel in your own boat? Read our guide to crossing the Channel in your own boat below
Essential engine checks: Handy tips to make the job easier
Discover the engine checks you need to in order to keep her ticking over nicely
Gear: New products tried and tested
Yachting Monthly put the latest gear on the market to the test. See which products have come up trumps
Marine fuel saving tips: Save money and make your boat go further in eight easy steps
We all know that marine fuel doesn't come cheap - these easy to follow tips will save you cash and get the most out of your boat
Marine 16 launches Diesel Dipper, a new water and sludge separator to make debris removal easy
Gloucestershire based company, Marine 16, have launched Diesel Dipper a water and sludge separator created to put an end to diesel sludge problems
Guide to buying your first boat: Tips and advice from brokers and first time buyers
So you've made the big decision and you've decided to purchase a boat. Follow the advice from first time buyers and established brokers to avoid the pitfalls
Seldén Mast launches two new Furlex Electric products: Furlex 204E and 304E
Seldén Mast has unveiled the new Furlex 204E and 304E, which come with a two speed button and can be purchased as a complete unit or as an upgrade kit…