It’s all well and good having a solid anchor, but having ground tackle that is going to keep you secure is equally important, says Vyv Cox
Vyv Cox
Why you should stop flooding your engine
Water in the cylinders is enough to destroy an engine, but it's easy to do by mistake, says Vyv Cox
Cruising unfamiliar waters: how to find a safe haven
It pays to use every resource possible, from pilot books to charts, in order to find a safe haven when wild cruising, says Vyv Cox
Skippers’ Tips: Anchor watching, foolproof fendering & sailing with children
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Áy Yeoryios, Greece
Vyv Cox discovers this tiny harbour on the Methana peninsula and enjoys Greek hospitality and charm in abundance
Skippers’ Tips: DIY tidal plotter & heed chart warnings
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Wild cruising – welcome to the Summer 2019 issue of Yachting Monthly
Why getting off the beaten track doesn't need to be difficult. Welcome to the Summer 2019 issue of Yachting Monthly, on sale 20 June
Skippers’ Tips: Flush the outboard & check your halyards
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
A guide to aluminium anodes
Protecting your boat from corrosion is something we all have to do, but what are the implications of switching to aluminium? Vyv Cox explains all
Skippers’ Tips: winterising halyards, integrating AIS & foolproof berthing
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor