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Trying to Save Money at Sea, and Getting It Wrong: Tom Cunliffe’s Column on When DIY Costs More Than It Saves
Tom Cunliffe muses on how sailing has been likened to standing under a cold shower ripping up £10 notes. It’s an outlook that occasionally has the ring of truth. Tom opted to take economising measures…
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Sailing Yacht Charter Destinations We Can’t Stop Dreaming About – Where to Sail Beyond the Mediterranean and Caribbean
You may be used to the Med and Caribbean, but island hopping in the Tropics from one lush palm tree-lined beach to the next is a popular choice for a sailing yacht charter holiday.
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Heading Up the Mast? Here’s the Best Bosun’s Chairs We’d Choose Every Time
With one of these bosun’s chairs you’ll forever be confident and comfortable heading up the mast.
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How an America’s Cup Team Is Bridging the Gap For Women in Sport – Two New Female Sailors Join Emirates Team New Zealand
The future for women in sailing is continuing to brighten, as we see the Emirates Team New Zealand bridge the gap for female and youth sailors in professional sailing, with two new female sailors entering the squad.
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Our Editor’s Tried and Tested Favourite Seaboots for Grip, Flexibility and Breathability
Sam Jefferson put a selection of the leading brands through their paces. Will he stick the boot in or tread lightly?
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‘Charters Who Hurry South to the Larger Islands Miss Out’ – An Ionian Sailing Expert Shares His Favourite Secret Greek Anchorages
Finding local gems and how to get the most out of a Greek sailing holiday – here’s Tom Fletcher’s best kept Ionian sailing secrets.
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Are These the Eyes You’ve Been Missing at Sea? The Best Floating and High-Tech Marine Binoculars You’ll Never Want to Go Sailing Without Again
These top marine binoculars will become the one accessory you can’t go sailing without, and the one gadget can’t put down.
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Make Sure You’ve Got Sailing Safety Gear that You Can Rely On – A Seasoned Sailor’s Guide to the Best Lifejackets for Adults
Above all else, the most important part of sailing is staying safe, and ensuring you have the right safety gear and lifejackets on board will give you and your crew piece of mind. Here’s a seasoned sailor’s top picks.
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Find the Right Sailing Product with Confidence – Jimmy Green Marine’s New Custom Build Product Finder
Not sure what sailing equipment you need or how to find it? Jimmy Green Marine’s new Custom Build Product Finder has the ease of shopping online, but the feel and expertise of your local chandler.
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Common Chartering Mistakes You May Be Making, and How to Avoid Disaster – Become a Yacht Charter Expert
Ever had a chartering disaster? Or wondering how you can prevent one? Veteran charter skipper Tom Fletcher explains how to avoid some classic chartering mistakes.