Toby Heppell looks at the art of singlehanded sailing and considers what constitutes good seamanship when it’s only you on board
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Predicting navigational hazards
Jonty Pearce gives a thorough breakdown of how to avoid other ships at sea, from tankers to trawlers
How to avoid collisions in fog
Not many of us would happily set sail in fog but sometimes it is unavoidable, and knowing how to avoid collisions is crucial, says Andy du Port
AIS vs radar: Do you really need both?
AIS and chartplotters have come a long way in the last decade, but are they enough to replace radar? Jonty Pearce examines the latest technology
Quantum 2 Doppler Radar
Raymarine is the latest manufacturer to add a Doppler raydome to its lineup. The Quantum 2 Doppler uses CHIRP pulse compression and weighs only 5.6kg (12.3lb). Designed for use with…