Ertan Beskardes crossed the start line of the 2018 Golden Globe Race before retiring a few days later, realising he wasn't prepared enough for a non stop race around the…
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The tools and spares you shouldn’t sail without
Give a thought to your inventory this winter to keep you cruising next season, says Rachael Sprot
Best offshore waterproofs for sailors under £1,000
The biggest storm should be water off a duck’s back in these rugged offshore waterproofs. The YM team put six oilskins to the test to see which perform best
‘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 you should get to know your liferaft
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…
‘The sickening sound of tearing wood as we were hit by the wave’
A freak wave wreaks havoc on Kass Schmitt and Rupert Holmes' 36ft Zest as they attempt to sail to Lanzarote
How to navigate any coastline
Navigation using digital or paper charts is key to good seamanship, but understanding the seven basic types of coastline and their challenges, and keeping your eyes out of the boat…
Figure 8 voyage: 40,000 miles around the world
Randall Reeves has become the first person to solo circumnavigate the American and Antarctic continents in one season. He talks to Yachting Monthly about the highs and lows of his…
How to sail Biscay: 3 ways to tackle the milestone
Beyond Biscay is a diverse coastal cruising ground and the route to the warm waters of the Mediterranean. Will Bruton reveals the best ways to cross this notorious rite of…
Jonty Pearce: Am I becoming an armchair sailor?
Jonty Pearce muses on whether growing older and the pressure of responsibilities have dissipated his desire for wanderlust...