James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship. This month, what would you do in a Force 7 with no sail, no engine, no anchor and no radio?
Katy Stickland
Editor
Why triangular cruises work best
A simple out-and-back cruise might seem the obvious option but triangular cruising offers increased flexibility should the weather turn. Dag Pike explains how it works
Call for evidence on emissions from yachts
The Department for Transport wants to gather more evidence about emissions from all vessels operating domestically in UK waters, including yachts
Skippers’ Tips: Anchor watching, foolproof fendering & sailing with children
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
A rough night alongside a harbour wall
James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship - this month, what would you do if you arrived in a harbour with a full gale blowing onshore?
Government consultation underway on red diesel propulsion ban
Sailors are being urged to comment on Government plans to abolish red diesel for private pleasure craft. An eight week consultation is now underway
Jonty Pearce: Round the bend
Rounding the fearsome Cape Wrath in Scotland proves something of an anti-climax for Jonty Pearce as he cruises north of Ullapool and the Summer Isles
How boat design is evolving
Will Bruton looks at the latest trends and innovations shaping the boats we sail
Ocean Globe Race: Retro Whitbread Round the World race announced
The organisers of the 2018 Golden Globe Race have announced a new race. The Ocean Globe Race will follow the same route as the 1973 Whitbread Race and those taking…
Yacht safety consultation underway as MCA tightens guidance after the Cheeki Rafiki trial
Sailors are being asked to comment on six draft marine guidance notices (MGNs) on yacht safety. It follows a pledge by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to review MGN 280…