New requirements have been introduced for the OFCOM licence for all licensable radio equipment due to concerns about the risk of exposure to electromagnetic field (EMF) emissions
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Best canvas cleaners: We test 10 options for getting your sprayhood clean
We test 12 canvas cleaners and find the best to get your sprayhood and sail covers back to their best
How to sail across the Atlantic and back
Confined to quarters during the pandemic, many sailors are itching to slip their lines and sail for the sun. Elaine Bunting explains exactly how to break free and sail across…
How to choose the right digital charts for your sailing
There are big changes underway in the world of digital cartography, finds Sam Fortescue. We review the latest digital charts
How a jubilee clip could save your boat
It is easy to ignore the fittings that clamp a hose onto an engine or seacock, but jubilee clips are all that stand between you and sinking, says Dag Pike
How to modernise your boat on a budget
Updating your instruments, and the data you can see on them, needn't cost the earth. Sam Fortescue investigates how to upgrade your boat's tech without spending a fortune
How to repair gel coat – video guide
How to deal with gelcoat chips and achieve a perfect colour matched surface. Bruce Jacobs finds out from Mark Buckett of Solent Repairs. IN ASSOCIATION WITH GJW DIRECT
boot Dusseldorf cancelled for 2021
Organisers of the 2021 boot Düsseldorf have announced the cancellation of the event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
How to choose the right lithium batteries for your boat
Boost the life and performance of your lithium battery by installing the correct charging setup, says Duncan Kent
How to repair a sail – video guide
Knowing how to patch up a sail can get you home safely, extend your cruise and save you money. Rob Kemp at Kemp Sails talks Rachael Sport (www.rubicon3adventure.com) through sail…