Tom Cunliffe's The Complete Ocean Skipper is the bible for anyone planning on bluewater cruising. You won't be able to put it down
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Best sailing pants: 6 top men’s trousers for sailing
From hats to shoes and everything in between, performance outerwear is a must for serious sailors. Here are some of the best deals we've found on sailing pants for men
Sailing Ireland: southern ports and harbours to cruise to
Sailing Ireland is ideal for those who have limited time afloat, and the ports, harbours and anchorages in the south offer a varied cruising ground
Handling & rowing a dinghy: a beginner’s guide
Dinghies and tenders might be small, but good seamanship is just as vital in these diminutive craft as it is in much larger boats, as Rachael Sprot explains
Expert advice: improvements on deck
When we at Yachting Monthly review new and used boats, one of the key things our testers are looking at is the deck layout and how the setup helps or…
Adventure books for people who love to sail
Who doesn't love reading stories about those who push the limits to achieve the extraordinary. We choose the best adventure books for sailors
Sailing in Brittany: discover northern France by boat
Just a short voyage from the UK's south coast, Brittany is a rich cruising ground offering numerous charming ports and harbours for those with limited cruising time
Electronic charts and display systems need approval before 2026
Calls for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to approve electronic charts and display systems as an alternative to Admiralty paper charts before 2026
Arcona 385 review – evolution not revolution
Plenty has changed in the last 10 years. We’ve come through Brexit, Covid and TikTok dance crazes. Some things haven’t changed much though. Swedish yard Arcona has just launched its…
Captain Bill Pinkney: committed to sailing
30 years ago, William Pinkney finished his solo around the world voyage via the Great Capes and entered the record books. He recalls his groundbreaking circumnavigation