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Using a long lens to bring an interesting background into the shot will help when taking amazing boat photos

Boat photos: how to take an amazing shot of your yacht

  • June 15, 2021

Getting a decent boat photo or a shot of action on board can be tricky. Yachting Monthly photographer Richard Langdon shares his pro tips

Minimal helm movements and judicious avoidance of waves or powerboat wash will help keep the way on

Sail trim in light airs: 7 tips to keep you sailing

  • June 9, 2021

John Parker, owner of the OneSails GBR (East) loft shares his top tips on sail trim to make the most of sailing in light airs

A skipper sailing in a breeze

How to sail your boat in a summer breeze

  • June 8, 2021

Some boats are better in breezes than others, but a better understanding of your boat can keep you sailing for longer, says Julian Wolfram

Can tide height affect an object’s visibility from a yacht?

  • June 4, 2021

Can the height of the tide affect when you see objects at sea? James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship

Crew on a charter. It is best to remain on deck as much as possible to reduce the risk of COVID transmission

How to have a COVID safe charter holiday

  • May 25, 2021

Retired GP and lifelong sailor Jonty Pearce examines how to have a successful and COVID safe charter in the British Isles this summer

British yachtsman Nigel Fox with the PLB which saved his life

How a PLB saved my life when I was knocked overboard

  • May 24, 2021

Solo yachtsman Nigel Fox's life was saved by a PLB when he was knocked overboard by stormy seas off the north coast of Australia

If your rudder failed on a lee shore, how would you react?

Rudder failure on a lee shore. What do I do?

  • May 21, 2021

Would you know what to do if the rudder failed as you approached a lee shore? James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship

A yacht that has run aground on a river

You’ve run aground. What do you do now?

  • May 15, 2021

Would you know what to do if your yacht ran aground? James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship

A yacht towing another boat

‘Towing risks damage, so plan the process carefully’

  • April 28, 2021

Ken Endean advises 'Consider, Communicate and Connect' when towing, particularly when under sail, and reflects on lessons learned from six incidents

It is great to blow the cobwebs away. Executing shakedown skills and drills with your crew will get you set for a season afloat.

Shakedown skills and drills for the start of the season

  • April 23, 2021

After a long break the skipper may need to knock the rust off a few skills, as well as getting the boat working, says James Stevens

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