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  • 14 of the Best Lifejackets

    This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service – at no extra cost to you. Can you remember when you last replaced…

  • How to Install an Inner Forestay: Jimmy Green Marine’s Top Tips  

    Sponsored Content Credit: Shutterstock Wondering how to get the most out of your boat? Have you considered installing an inner forestay?  Jimmy Green Marine explains the many advantages of inner forestays and provides a full guide on installing them while protecting your rigging’s structural integrity and achieving optimal performance.  What Is an Inner Forestay?  If…

  • New Excess 13: Designed for Sailing & Crafted for Living

    Sponsored Content Credit: Excess Catamarans Excess catamarans are well known for their innovative and award winning designs, prioritising both sailing and living simultaneously. The Excess 13 takes this design concept even further to produce a yacht that is, like those who sail her, ready for anything. The personality of Excess boats showcase the brand’s understanding…

  • How to Anchor Like a Pro: GlobeSailor X Ardent Training Webinar

    How to Anchor Successfully – GlobeSailor X Ardent Training Tune in on Thursday, April 10th at 4pm GMT to learn How to Anchor Successfully! Register for the Webinar Here GlobeSailor and Ardent Training invite you to an exciting evening, learning new skills from their experts to provide you with the best advice for successful anchoring…

  • Sailing in Corsica, Sardinia & Sicily: Mediterranean Chartering

    Mediterranean chartering – Panorama of Harbour and old houses in Cefalu in Sicily, Italy in a beautiful summer day. Credit: iStock Exploring Mediterranean chartering? Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily are three of the most captivating islands in the Mediterranean, each offering distinct landscapes, rich cultures, and excellent cruising opportunities for a charter holiday writes Sue Pelling.…

  • Admiral’s Cup Returns: Is Owner Entertainment the Key to Racing?

    1989 Admiral’s Cup Keeping yacht owners happy in big boat racing is key, while in dinghy racing Andy’s thoughts turn to how to attract bigger, open meeting turnouts. Shut up and do the runners!” Back when the Admiral’s Cup was a regular thing, owners of race yachts were lucky if they were given an important…

  • 6 Best Flasks for Sailors: Vessels for Cosy or Refreshing Drinks

    This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service – at no extra cost to you. Flasks for sailors Looking for a handy…

  • What Does RORC’s Centenary Year Have in Store?

    Rolex Fastnet Race 2017 – Race Start. Credit: RORC Twenty-twenty five is a milestone year for the Royal Ocean Racing Club – 100 years on since it was established, initially dubbed the Ocean Racing Club and first fashioned to host the inaugural Fastnet Race in 1925. RORC has formed the backbone of the UK’s offshore…

  • Latest Sailing Books: 6 New Salty Adventure Reads

    This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service – at no extra cost to you. Sailing books Searching for sailing books? Sam…

  • Top 6 Dog Lifejackets

    This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service – at no extra cost to you. Dog Lifejackets. Credit: Shutterstock There’s little more…