It is easy to buy the cheapest liferaft and then forget about it, but do you know how to use it and what's actually inside? Theo Stoker met Survitec's Matthew…
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Skippers’ Tips: Pilotage with Google and rope sleeves
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…
Could you free your yacht from a lobster pot?
The RYA's former Yachtmaster chief examiner, James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship. This month, without getting into the water could you clear a line wrapped around the propeller?
Skippers’ Tips: Anchor watching, foolproof fendering & sailing with children
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Solar Technology International LiFos battery
From a selection of the latest kit in Yachting Monthly’s New Gear pages
Skippers’ Tips: red diesel, radio checks & lobster pots
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
How to sail ALL winter
25 tips for keeping your boat prepped, your crew warm, and adventures flowing over winter
Should we add radar to our new boat?
If you have AIS do you really need to add radar to your equipment package?