‘Like the shift from wooden spars to alloy spars after the Second World War, we are moving to carbon spars and composite boat rigging for cruising boats,’ says well-known surveyor…
Technology
Tested: Spot X Bluetooth Satellite tracking & messaging
The Spot X Bluetooth promises cheaper two-way satellite communication. We test the satellite tracking and messaging device to see if it is a cost effective option for cruising sailors
Satellite messenger tested: Spot Gen4
We test the Spot Gen4 satellite messenger which can send check in and customised messages or distress signals at the touch of a button
Autonomous vessel trials are ‘tightly controlled’
With the publication of new voluntary guidance on the use of autonomous ships in UK waters, we speak to the UK Harbour Masters’ Association about the implications for recreational sailors
Tech focus: The future of the chartplotter
A new generation of chartplotters offers sailors more processing power than ever before. Sam Fortescue examines what you get when you upgrade
Renewable energy afloat: the latest tech
Sam Fortescue examines how renewable energy afloat is benefitting from technical developments in other sectors
How to get the latest boat electronics – on a budget
Keeping up to date with the latest navigation technology can be prohibitive. Mike Reynolds shares how to get the latest electronics for your boat for a fraction of the cost
Would you switch to electric propulsion?
Would you make the switch? We ask two sailors who have looked at how the real-world numbers stack up on electric propulsion but have reached different conclusions
What’s the future for derelict GRP boats?
With 9,000 GRP boats abandoned in Europe each year, finding disposal solutions isn't easy. Could new technologies be the answer? Nic Compton finds out
Yachting Monthly May 2021 – on sale 1 April
Inside the May issue of Yachting Monthly you will find a boat buying guide, family sailing skills, the launch of our new 10 Best... cruising series, gear and more: