"There will be readers who will challenge the idea that there is any such nirvana as ‘stress-free sailing’": Julia Jones, Yachting Monthly's literary reviewer discusses Stress-Free Sailing (2nd edition) by…
Gear
Time to pay attention to your boat hoses
Your boat is full of hoses for many different purposes, many of them critical to essential onboard functions, and even keeping your boat afloat. Make sure they are fit for…
The Book of Knots: book review
Julia Jones, Yachting Monthly's literary reviewer discusses The Book of Knots
The Chancellor: George Millar, a life: Book review
Julia Jones, Yachting Monthly's literary reviewer discusses The Chancellor: George Millar, a life, by Ben Lowings
How hull shape affects comfort at sea
Understanding how your hull shape responds to waves will keep you and your crew safe and comfortable in a blow, says Julian Wolfram
The Great Yachting Monthly Gear Survey
Knowing what equipment will stand up to the rigours of life aboard a cruising yacht is key to making good choices. Tell us about the kit you love, and what…
Autopilot Buyers Guide for sailing yachts
There’s a bewildering array of options available for pilot systems, Rupert Holmes explains how to choose a suitable autopilot system for cruising yachts
Hillyard: The Man, His Boats and Their Sailors: Book review
Julia Jones, Yachting Monthly's literary reviewer discusses Hillyard: The Man, His Boats and Their Sailors, a biography that should be warmly welcomed by wooden boat aficionados and anyone interested in…
A Voyage Down the Years: Book review
Julia Jones, Yachting Monthly's literary reviewer discusses A Voyage Down the Years by Guy Warner
Boatbuilding Yesterday and Today: Book review
Julia Jones, Yachting Monthly's literary reviewer discusses Boatbuilding Yesterday and Today by Peter Foerthmann