Things to practise in harbour – setting storm sails

James Stevens explains which skills are best to perfect while you have plenty of time to do so. This week, setting storm sails

Things to practise in harbour – understanding MOB and lifesaving kit

James Stevens explains which skills are best to perfect while you have plenty of time to do so. This week, understanding your lifesaving kit

James Stevens explains which skills are best to perfect while you have plenty of time to do so. This week: locating and cleaning the strumbox

In a sideways look at safety, Ken Endean explores ways to wear a harness and stay safe onboard without the usual discomfort and inconvenience

Are you kitted out for tender travel? Chris Beeson reminds you what you need and why

Freshening up your anti-fouling at the start of each season is a tedious necessity, but necessity it certainly is. Chris Beeson explains why

James Muggoch learns the hard way that solo Transatlantic cruising is all about practice, more practice, and yet more practice

James Jermain looks at the main keel types, their typical performance and the pros and cons of each

The moment his beloved yacht sank in the North Sea, Julian Mustoe started thinking about ways he could avoid it happening again

Even clipped on, you can still go over the side. Chris Beeson finds out how a few simple changes can help us to move safely on deck