Though they are often viewed with suspicion in the UK, box moorings are actually very user-friendly, argues Gordon Davies
Sailing skills
Cruising unfamiliar waters: how to find a safe haven
It pays to use every resource possible, from pilot books to charts, in order to find a safe haven when wild cruising, says Vyv Cox
Storm tactics from the Golden Globe Race: Jean-Luc Van Den Heede
Golden Globe Race skippers share their experiences of ocean storms, providing lessons for all of us about how to cope with heavy weather
Skippers’ Tips: Battery cross-connect & boat checks when leaving
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Skippers’ Tips: Better insulation & navigating locks
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Storm tactics from the Golden Globe Race: Mark Slats
Golden Globe Race skippers share their experiences of ocean storms, providing lessons for all of us about how to cope with heavy weather
8 tips for digital navigation
As with all aspects of navigation, following ‘best practice’ is the surest way to make sure you are passage planning in a seamanlike manner, says Bruce Jacobs
Running out of fuel up a narrow tidal river
James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship - this month, what would you do if you ran out of fuel in a busy, tidal river?
How much anchor chain?
When it comes to putting out anchor chain, most of us follow a basic ratio rule of thumb, but we should be taking wind and tide into account, argues Christopher…
Storm tactics from the Golden Globe Race: Are Wiig
Golden Globe Race skippers share their experiences of ocean storms, providing lessons for all of us about how to cope with heavy weather