A well maintained impeller pump should prevent a failed impeller, says Bruce Jacobs of Rubicon 3
Sailing skills
Predicting navigational hazards
Jonty Pearce gives a thorough breakdown of how to avoid other ships at sea, from tankers to trawlers
High latitude cruising: How to sail to the Arctic
Sailing to the Arctic is on many a sailor's bucket list, but how possible is it for the average cruiser? Seasoned high latitude skipper Brian Black shares his knowledge
Is it worth moving to a new anchorage?
James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship. In this article, is it worth moving to a new anchorage it if meant sailing through shoal water in approaching bad weather?
How to build your own weather forecast
Building your own bespoke weather forecast is the best way to get reliable weather updates so you can make better decisions at sea. Toby Heppell finds out how the experts…
‘I was rescued at sea 13 times, but this was the worst experience by far’
Veteran power and sailing yachtsman Dag Pike reflects on his multiple experiences of being saved offshore
Why motor sailing is good seamanship
Pete Goss looks at the times it can pay to switch on the engine, making life easier and allowing for better sailing
How to: troubleshoot your marine diesel fuel system
One of the most common causes of a marine diesel engine not starting is a fuel problem. If you have engine problems and you have ruled out an electrical issue,…
Skippers’ Tips: Compass interference & heater care
Yachting Monthly experts and seasoned skippers share their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor. Do you have a tip to share? Email us at yachtingmonthly@futurenet.com…
Confident catamaran handling: how to master multihulls
Gavin Le Sueur shows Yachting Monthly how to step on board a catamaran for the first time with confidence