On exposed coasts, wave action in harbours can be surprisingly violent. Ken Endean examines mooring tactics
sailing skills
MOB myths busted – Part 5
MOB is such a big concern that many of us ignore it. In this series Noel Dilly shares some thought-provoking and controversial ideas about MOB recovery
‘I was rescued from death alone in mid-ocean’
Crippled by pain while sailing solo in the Indian Ocean, Andrew Halcrow had to call for rescue
MOB myths busted – Part 4
MOB is such a big concern that many of us ignore it. In this series Noel Dilly shares some thought-provoking and controversial ideas about MOB recovery
Three methods for seizing shackles
Shackles are often under high load. If one shakes open, the result could be dangerous. Chris Beeson shows how to make sure it won’t
MOB myths busted – Part 3
MOB is such a big concern that many of us ignore it. In this series Noel Dilly shares some thought-provoking and controversial ideas about MOB recovery
MOB myths busted – Part 2
MOB is such a big concern that many of us ignore it. In this series Noel Dilly shares some thought-provoking and controversial ideas about MOB recovery
What is a katabatic wind, and what is not?
Katabatics are associated with strong, sudden gusts, but they can be confused with other phenomena. Chris Beeson explains
MOB myths busted – Part 1
MOB is such a big concern that many of us ignore it. In this series Noel Dilly shares some thought-provoking and controversial ideas about MOB recovery
An expert guide to box berthing
Dutch boatbuilder Eeuwe Kooi has been box berthing all his life. He shows Chris Beeson how the pros do it