When it comes to cost, it all depends on the kind of sailing you do and your willingness to be self-sufficient, says Jonty Pearce
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Jonty Pearce: Going clubbing
Jonty Pearce pins his hopes on a sailing club and cruising with friends to ease him through the cold-turkey of retirement
Jonty Pearce: A seasonal consideration
With the end of the season approaching, Jonty Pearce considers whether to keep his boat ready for action, or to pack it all away and enjoy the nearest warm pub
Jonty Pearce: A foul subject
We need to keep our hull clean, be don't want to be poisoning the water around our boats with antifouling, says Jonty Pearce
Jonty Pearce: Fun in Holland
There's nothing like sailing in strange terrain to bring out the weaknesses inherent in most part-time sailors. Jonty Pearce sets about exposing his
Jonty Pearce: A Dutch treat
Jonty heads for a holiday in Holland finds an attractive and sheltered cruising grounds, where, unlike the more familiar Hebrides, he doesn't need his anchor, and the gin and tonics…
Jonty Pearce: Life in the fast lane
When Jonty Pearce switches sails for 115 horse power and an inflatable boat, he discovers that long passages, and the gaps between social engagements, can be reduced to minutes
Jonty Pearce: Racing about
The Olympics are upon us – and eager competitors are chasing each other about on the water after years of training, tactical sessions, qualifying heats and general stress. I know…
Jonty Pearce: Playing with steam
In the manner of the Fast Show catchphrase; ‘This week I have mainly been playing with steam’. No sailing, I’m afraid, but most of the week helping to set up…
Jonty Pearce: A change of plan
Carol and have got quite a lot of interests outside sailing. Sometimes they tend to intrude too much, as has just been the case. My work is a constant evil…