For those who relish pouring over technical drawings of boats, British Naval Trawlers and Drifters in Two World Wars will be a treat, says Julia Jones
affiliates
Reeds Marine Distance Tables: book review
Reeds Marine Distance Tables is easy to use and will fascinate the cruising sailor and amateur geographer, says Julia Jones
Marine gas safety: checks for peace of mind on board
Surveyor Ben Sutcliffe-Davies shares the simple checks you should do on board to make sure your gas installation is safe
Sailor’s Heart: Book review
Sailor's Heart is an absorbing novel which highlights the resilience and endurance of those who served on the Arctic Convoys during the Second World War, says Julia Jones
Best islands to sail to in the UK & Ireland
There are thousands islands in the UK and Ireland. Our experts pick the 10 best islands to sail to this summer
Royal Cruising Club: Treasure Trove
Ben Lowings delves into the journals of the Royal Cruising Club to discover how yachting has changed over the decades
New gear: Solentmet weather app
The new Solentmet weather app has been developed specifically for the latest versions of Android and iOS. It should work seamlessly on most popular phones. The app is entirely free…
Best anchors: 8 new generation designs suitable for every boat
Good ground tackle and understanding how to anchor properly opens up the option to stay overnight in stunning bays and creeks, away from costly marinas and expensive harbour moorings. And…
Solo mast climbing technique and rappelling gear
What about all those times you’ve put off climbing a mast because there’s no-one to winch you? Having the ability to rappel your own mast unaided is highly recommended. You’re…
Marine Electronics: METS trade New Tech for 2022
The latest round-up of marine electronics from the METS trade connect show, with DAME award winners and nominated new gear. Cristec YPower DC to DC charger This YPOWER DC-DC fan-less…