We’re used to relying on our engines, but could you get home without one? James Stevens shows how it’s done
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Discover the North Devon harbour of Ilfracombe
Dag Pike finds shelter from westerly breezes at Ilfracombe and discovers it is a must-visit for foodie cruisers
Skippers’ Tips: Pilotage with Google and rope sleeves
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…
Could you free your yacht from a lobster pot?
The RYA's former Yachtmaster chief examiner, James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship. This month, without getting into the water could you clear a line wrapped around the propeller?
Tributes to The Scottish Islands author Hamish Haswell-Smith
Sailor and painter Hamish Haswell-Smith, who was known for his bestselling book The Scottish Islands, has died aged 90
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?
Is red light at night best?
Dag Pike considers the age-old adage that using red light preserves your night vision
Skippers’ Tips: Keeping furlers in check & DSC radios
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@ti-media.com…
The 5 practical tools to use for faster passages
Most of us have a lot of electronic kit on board. Toby Heppell asks the experts how to make the most of all this technology
Skippers’ Tips: Pick the right autopilot & protect your deck gear
Yachting Monthly experts and seasoned skippers give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor