All Hands on Deck is a sailing activity book for children, but is badly let down by the quality of the illustrations and the content, says Julia Jones
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The Greatest Raid: St Nazaire 1942: book review
The Greatest Raid: St Nazaire 1942 examines Operation Chariot and the lengths those in charge went to ensure its success, at the cost of the lives of yachtsmen
New gear: Crewsaver Atacama Sport+ drysuit
Usually worn by rescue services and other professionals, the Crewsaver Atacama Sport+ drysuit is built of a three-layer, waterproof and breathable fabric. It is designed to protect you from exposure…
New gear: Alpenglow rechargeable lantern
The Alpenglow rechargeable lantern uses Biolite’s high efficiency ChromaReal LED technology. With a high colour rendering index (CRI) value of 90 or more, ChromaReal emits the full spectrum of light.…
Sail the World with Me: book review
Sail the World With Me is a fascinating account of Jimmy Cornell's life and his attempt to create a zero-carbon yacht, says Julia Jones
One Girl, One Dream: Laura Dekker’s book reviewed
Laura Dekker's book, One Girl, One Dream is the inspiring story of how the Dutch skipper sailed solo around the world as a teenager, says Julia Jones
A Lighthouse Story: Book review
A Lighthouse Story is a delightful book to read with younger children or for those in primary school to read on their own
The Long Lost Log: book review
The Long Lost Log is an entertaining account of crossing the Atlantic in 1974. Those who have ever been young, muddled and gullible will enjoy this book, says Julia Jones
Best man overboard ladders
For a fully conscious casualty, climbing back on board is one solution. We trialled two man overboard ladders and the swimming ladder on the transom. The swimming ladder was by…
Boat checklist: 27 checks for the start of the season
Prepare properly for getting back afloat, and you and your boat will be ready for a trouble-free season, says Rubicon 3 Adventure’s John Manners