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As sailors, you’re likely to share your passion with your nearest and dearest. But family sailing isn’t without its challenges! Yachting Monthly asked cruising sailors to share their best tips on what to do and what to avoid when going family sailing.
Theo Stocker speaks to a variety of cruising sailors in order to get their best tips on what to do and what to avoid when going family sailing
Planning to sail round Britain?
Whichever way you go, and however long you take, sailing around Britain and Ireland is always rewarding, says Miranda Delmar-Morgan
A satellite messenger can be a great way of letting those at home track your adventure if you're heading away from a guaranteed mobile phone signal, and can't afford expensive satellite communications equipment. The Spot Gen4 offers a cheap and simple way of doing just that
We test the Spot Gen4 satellite messenger which can send check in and customised messages or distress signals at the touch of a button
Calling all 18-21-year-olds who aren't ready to say goodbye to summer, this is your chance for a fun and free trip to the Southampton International Boat Show from 13-22 September, 2024.
If you're within the lucky ages of 18-21, entry is free, meaning you can enjoy raving with Chris Moyles, start planning for your future at the Careers and Apprenticeship Evening on 17 September, and take a thrilling RIB-ride without eating into your budget.
If you prefer spectating or gaming, the boat show promises jaw-dropping extreme sports demos, virtual reality shipwrecks, and cutting-edge marine tech. There's even a live link to the America's Cup on big screens, so you sports lovers won't miss out.
With top brands like Musto at the show, this is your chance to use the money you save from getting free admission to browse with your friends.
Click the link in the comments to claim your young person ticket. ID is required to get in.
A little care needs hardly any skill, takes a little time, but can substantially increase the life of your sails.
Professional skipper, Simon Phillips shares his tips on how to get better value from your sails
Some of sailing's earliest pioneers contributed to the journals of the Royal Cruising Club. Ben Lowings pores over the pages to discover how yachting has changed over the decades
Ben Lowings delves into the journals of the Royal Cruising Club to discover how yachting has changed over the decades
In the 1990s, production cruising yachts got fatter and faster, so Beneteau quickly joined the trend by relaunching its popular Oceanis range. Duncan Kent takes the Oceanis 351 out for a spin.
In the 1990s production cruising yachts got fatter and faster, and Beneteau followed suit. Duncan Kent takes the Beneteau Oceanis 351 out for a spin
Have you revisited your childhood cruising ground? Conrad Humphreys returns to his roots with a River Exe cruise in his 17th-century replica lugger, Bounty’s End.
Conrad Humphreys returns to his roots with a River Exe cruise in his 17th century replica lugger, Bounty’s End
In the 1990s production cruising yachts got fatter and faster so Beneteau quickly joined the trend by relaunching its popular Oceanis range. Duncan Kent takes the Oceanis 351 out for a spin
In the 1990s production cruising yachts got fatter and faster, and Beneteau followed suit. Duncan Kent takes the Beneteau Oceanis 351 out for a spin
Do you struggle to find comfortable boat shoes? We pick seven options for sailors with wide feet
Sue Pelling picks out 7 of the best boat shoes suitable for sailors with wide feet from the likes of Chatham, Sperry and Marks & Spencer...
The golden rule is never to go sailing without a knife. We put a range of marine knives to the test to find the best boat knife for a variety of applications
The Yachting Monthly team put a range of marine knives to the test to find the best boat knife for a variety of applications
Jon Amtrup looks at how climate change is affecting the Svalbard archipelago. His article has won the 2022 Brian Black Memorial Award
How to avoid losing the lines in the mast, whether you're replacing an old halyard for new or mousing the mast over winter.
From replacing an old halyard for new, to mousing the mast over winter, Rubicon 3’s Rachael Sprot explains how to avoid losing the lines in the mast
Have you got your tickets yet?
This year, the Southampton Boat Show will display boats by type in a purpose-built marina, allowing visitors to move around the pontoon and compare their favourites.
At just over 59ft (18.09m) the largest sailing yacht at the show is the Oyster 565. This award-winning yacht is ideal for exhilarating bluewater sailing. Next in size is Nautor Swan's Swan 48, a MkII version of the successful new generation of Swan 48s.
Some boat debuts at the show:
- Hanse 360
- Moody DS48
- Elan Impression 43, new to the UK this summer
- Dufour 44, a highly anticipated UK launch
- SE24 Lite, new to SIBS and the smallest boat in the line up
Other boats on display:
- Oceanis 34.1, 37.1 and 46.1
- Beneteau's First 44
- Sun Odyssey 350, the 380 and 410
- Multi-award-winning Moody DS41
- Bay Cruiser 21, with its renowned water ballast system
- RM1380
- Hallberg-Rassy 44 and Hallberg-Rassy 340 - modern, fast cruising yachts
- Contest 50CS, 15-metre yacht offering great performance
- SE27 Leisure and SE33 Life models from Saffier Yachts
- Lagoon 46 and Lagoon 42 catamarans from Ancasta International Boat Sales
- Bali 4.4, an innovative catamaran
- Excess 14, a catamaran from the BENETEAU Group
Bavaria, Rustler, Arcona, and Najad are other leading brand representations you can visit in the marina. Nautitech Catamarans, Fountaine Pajot, Neel Trimarans, Dragonfly Trimarans, and the Prestige M48 Catamaran are also at the show.
Italian prosecutors are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sinking of the 56m Perini Navi sloop on the early morning of August 19, when a violent storm struck the yacht off the fishing village of Porticello on the northern coast of Sicily.
The sinking of the Bayesian superyacht in reportedly only 16 minutes and the tragic loss of seven lives has sent a shudder through the sailing community and beyond.
Heather Prentice reports.
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One of the great pleasures of cruising the waters of the British Isles are wildlife encounters. Our experts pick their top wildlife cruising spots
What sort of sailing wildlife can be seen around the British Isles and where can it best be seen? We ask experts to pick their top wildlife cruising spots
How do you pick the best t-shirts for sailors? Duncan Kent takes a look at what's available and chooses his favourites
How do you pick the best t-shirts for sailors and boaters? Duncan Kent takes a look at what's available and picks his favourites
Wind power may seem eco-friendly, but with most sails essentially made from plastic, it’s time for greener technology
Wind power may seem eco-friendly, but with most sails essentially made from plastic, it’s time for greener technology. We look at options for eco sails
A new digital system aims to make it easier for visiting sailors to obtain the Greek Transit Log, required for all private foreign-flagged recreational boats over 7m.
The requirements for a Greek Transit Log have stayed the same, but rather than obtaining one on arrival from Customs, boat owners can now get one online.
Katy Stickland reports.
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Henri-Lloyd has announced it is sponsoring Monty Halls's Leaderbox Blue marine conservation project which aims to increase citizen science research in the marine world.
Working on the premise that people derive much more from physically engaging with marine conservation, Leaderbox Blue enables citizen scientists to get involved with hands-on projects.
Individuals or groups can apply to participate in the research via Monty Halls's official website. Halls will assess each application.
If accepted, a Leaderbox Blue kit will be sent out, containing everything needed for projects covering the following key areas: beach cleaning, habitat restoration, biodiversity surveys, and awareness campaigns.
Katy Stickland reports.
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James Stevens considers a problem sent in by a Yachting Monthly reader who asks how to deal with an unwell crew member.
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This year, the Southampton International Boat Show, running 13-22 September, will invite all yachting enthusiasts to view over 350 of the world’s most prestigious boats in a new, purpose-built marina.
At just over 59ft (18.09m), the largest sailing yacht at the show is the Oyster 565. This award-winning yacht is ideal for exhilarating bluewater sailing. Next in size is Nautor Swan’s Swan 48, a MkII version of the successful new generation of Swan 48s.
Heather Prentice reports.
Read more at the link in the comments below
Sam Fortescue looks at ways to slash the cost of digital nautical charts with his guide to the best sources of free chart data.
Sam Fortescue looks at ways to slash the cost of digital nautical charts with his guide to the best sources of free chart data
Dismasting doesn’t happen very often in summer coastal cruising. Tim Ainsworth Anstey shares the lessons he learned when he lost the rig while sailing from Gotland to mainland Sweden.
A collapsed rig threw an unexpected obstacle in the path of Tim Ainsworth Anstey’s passage from Gotland to mainland Sweden while sailing with friends
An electric outboard motor is now a viable option for dinghy propulsion. Emrhys Barrell puts the latest outboards and trolling motors to the test
Ivar Dedekam, author of Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning, gives his guide on tensioning a yacht's wire or rod rigging.
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Legendary solo voyager Roger Taylor on small boat adventuring
Roger Taylor's extraordinary solo small boat voyages have taken him to the highest latitudes so why is he swapping his Corribee for a slightly bigger Achilles?
As a sporty mid-40, the Salona 46 faces stiff competition but looks tough, competitively priced and well-equipped to make her mark.
As a sporty mid-40, the Salona 46 faces stiff competition but also looks tough, competitively priced and well equipped to make her mark
Struggling to keep the whole crew happy? Pete Goss, Dee Caffari & Conrad Humphries share their tips
Pete Goss, Dee Caffari and Conrad Humphreys share their habits for running a happy ship while sailing with family and friends
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It’s one thing dealing with heavy weather sailing offshore, but what should coastal sailors do when a big blow is imminent? Yachting Monthly's Theo Stocker set out in 40 knot winds to find out. #sailingskills #Sailing #yachtinglifestyle #yachtie #yachts
Yachting Monthly editor Theo Stocker tours the Jeanneau Sun Fast 30OD, which is designed for shorthanded racing and will likely appeal to racers. #sailingadventure #yachtielife #yachtinglifestyle #yachting #sailing
This guide by professional skipper and Yachting Monthly Tech editor Fox Morgan shows how to climb a mast solo using a single line after securing yourself. Fox has to go up on her own quite often, and this method is the quickest and safest way to do it. For safety, she usually uses two lines: the main halyard and the second halyard. She also uses a loop and prusik knot as her backup line. This technique is for masts with internally routed halyards and a turning block at the top. If the sheeve gives way, you won't fall. This is the second video in our mast climbing series. The whole set-up is in Fox's guide for YM, which is linked below. #mastclimbing #sailing #seamanship #sailor #sailorlife
How to safely prepare for climbing a mast. 🙌 The expert guide is from Pro Skipper and Tech Editor, Fox Morgan. #sailor #climbing #yachtlife #sailingadventure #sailingyacht
Learn more about this more affordable daysailer, Aira 22, on our YouTube channel. #daysailer #sailor #boatshow #yachtie #yachting
Is this the best liveaboard cruiser out there? Rachel Sprot takes the Island Packet 380 for a test sail to find out. To watch the full review, head to our Youtube channel. #liveaboardlife #liveaboard #sailing #yachtinglife #sailor
That sailing rush! Loving life on three hulls 😎 #trimaran #sailingadventure #sailing #yachtcrew #yachtinglifestyle
Experiencing extreme weather conditions at sea! 🌊
Sailing the stunning Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 - A perfect cruising experience ☀️
Ensuring safety on deck in bad weather: Must-know tips for sailors 🙌
Mastering waves: Expert techniques for smooth sailing in bad weather!
9 Sailing Knots: How many can you tie?
Tie a soft shackle in 10 minutes! Soft shackles are cheaper, stronger, lighter and kinder to your boat than the stainless-steel alternative, but many yachtsmen still use metal shackles. Is it time the cruising yachtsman followed in the wake of racing yachtsman and converted? More information here: http://bit.ly/2n8KxPF
Rachel Sprot takes the Island Packet 380 for a test sail to find out...
The Yachting Monthly Brian Black Memorial Award 2023 sponsored by B&G is back with a new video competition with £2,000 on offer for the best video story Head to: https://www.yachtingmonthly.com/cruising-life/entries-invited-for-the-brian-black-memorial-award-76766 for rules and entry information
Yachting Monthly's editor, Theo Stocker gets a tour of Andrew Bedwell's micro-yacht in which he plans to set a new record for the smallest boat to cross the Atlantic. He's expecting the trip to take 90 days!
Abhilash TomyOfficial has done it. Second place in the Golden Globe Race
Kirsten Neuschäfer is just miles away from making history and taking first place in the Golden Globe Race
Joan Mulloy takes Yachting Monthly editor, Theo Stocker for a sail and a tour of her foiling Figaro 3 offshore racer.
David Harding gets behind the wheel of the very reasonably priced Viko S35 and asks if she really can offer style and space together with remarkable value for money.
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