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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:
How to choose the right lithium batteries for your boat
Boost the life and performance of your lithium battery by installing the correct charging setup, says Duncan Kent
Lithium-ion batteries: a buyers’ guide for sailors
Duncan Kent explains why you should opt for quality when installing a lithium-ion battery, plus our pick of the best lithium iron phosphate batteries on the market
How lithium batteries are changing onboard power
Duncan Kent investigates the technology used in lithium batteries and explains what to consider in matching them with a management system
Electric yacht: What are the options for going electric?
Electric and hybrid yachts are growing in popularity; we outline the current options for those making the switch
Skippers’ Tips: sailing by instinct & lasso your mooring buoy
Yachting Monthly experts and seasoned skippers share their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor. Do you have a tip to share? Email us at yachtingmonthly@futurenet.com…
8 safety lessons from 2019
A good sailor learns from experience, or better, from the experiences of others. Theo Stocker looks back to see what seamanship and safety lessons we can take from this year’s…
How boat design is evolving
Will Bruton looks at the latest trends and innovations shaping the boats we sail
AIS Apps: the pros and the cons
Duncan Kent explains how to choose an AIS app you can rely on at sea