41 great Christmas gift ideas for sailors – our pick of the very best kit
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas for the sailor who has it all? Yachting World is here to help with 41…
Yacht reviews
With a ripped mainsail would you turn back or carry on?
James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship. In this article, with a ripped mainsail would you continue sailing from Kinsale…
Skippering a boat for the first time: steps to success
Skippering a boat for the first time needn’t be daunting, as long as you prepare. Matthew Diggle reveals how to…
Jonty Pearce: Storm Francis blights cruising in August
Storm Francis at the end of August causes Jonty Pearce to amend his cruising plans with friendsStorm Francis ruined Jonty’s…
How to raft up safely and securely
James Stevens looks at the seamanship and etiquette needed to raft up and identifies the benefits and pitfalls of coming…
Superyacht reports
Me & My Boat: Vancouver 34 classic
Duncan Kent looks at the enduring appeal of this versatile yacht which is suitable for bluewater as well…
‘I was rescued at sea 13 times, but this was the worst experience by far’
Veteran power and sailing yachtsman Dag Pike reflects on a dramatic mid-Atlantic rescue from the stricken catamaran Chaffoteaux…
Why motor-sailing is good seamanship
Pete Goss looks at the times it can pay to switch on the engine, making life easier and…
Updating your onboard software
Allowing your electronic charts and other software to become out of date is dangerous, but updating can be…
How to: troubleshoot your marine diesel fuel system
Promotional feature in association with GJW Direct. If your diesel engine cuts out it might not be getting…