The Maritime and Coastguard Agency recommends that all UK-registered boats carry a radar reflector. Its Marine Guidance Note 349 states that: ‘All small craft should correctly and permanently install a…
Gear
The best multitool for boating: 10 tested
A multitool is a toolkit in your pocket for when you need it the most. The Yachting Monthly team put eight popular models to the test
How to use shore power properly on your boat
While relatively few boats use AC at sea, the majority of us take advantage of it when alongside. The benefits are many, although not without risks to your health and…
Best non-electric dehumidifiers for boats – 6 damp busters tested
Humidity is the bane of a boaters life, it will get into your life jackets, into your foulies, into the furnishing, the untreated wood, into the curtains and anything else…
6 of the best boat cleaners – The lazy persons way to a sparkling clean boat
I am not a huge fan of boat cleaning if I’m being honest. Frankly it’s one of my least favourite things to do, next to fishing a lost bolt out…
We Tested 2025’s Best Inflatable Lifejacket and PFD’s for Boating and Sailing
We all have lifejackets on board, but do you know what yours is actually like to use? We test 10 lifejackets to find out
The best mast climbing gear for sailors & solo climbers
The best mast climbing gear for solo sailors or double handed sailors can be found in some well known high street stores and not necessarily in a chandlery. This buyers…
Best electric outboard motor: We put the market leaders to the test
The electric outboard motor has been around for many years, but they have either been too low powered or their lead acid batteries have made them too heavy to lift…
How bow thrusters can help close quarters manoeuvring
Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a novice skipper, manoeuvring in tight spaces can be challenging. But with the right equipment, returning to your berth doesn’t have to be stressful.…
How To Climb A Mast Solo And Short Handed
How to climb a mast solo: Step by step guide If you’re here because you want to know how to climb a mast, then you are in the right place!…