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Weather
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
The best sailing films and documentaries chosen by the YM team
The Yachting Monthly editorial team reveal their pick of the best sailing films and documentaries to keep you entertained in the weeks to come. Feel free to share your favourites…
Home beckons, but is the harbour bar passable?
The RYA's former Yachtmaster chief examiner, James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship. This month with a fresh onshore wind and a strong ebb is the harbour bar passable?
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 and where to go wild cruising in the UK
Planning to spend the night away from crowded waters can be truly rewarding but preparation is essential before you go wild cruising, says Dag Pike
How much anchor chain?
When it comes to putting out anchor chain, most of us follow a basic ratio rule of thumb, but we should be taking wind and tide into account, argues Christopher…
A wild night in a katabatic on the Jurassic Coast
Ken Endean finds that fine weather can turn violent after dark
If you have radar, would you set sail in fog?
James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship - this month, is radar enough for a foggy Channel crossing?
Golden Globe Race: Uku Randmaa given 72hr time penalty for weather routing offence
Golden Globe Race skipper Uku Randmaa will have 72 hours added to his finish time after being given the time penalty for receiving weather routing via HAM Radio