...don't try to hide from rough weather behind a mountain
Practical
On the Thames, carry a VHF and keep a lookout behind
Port of London authority advice
Turning the screws the right way
Use the prop-walk to your advantage
Choosing which side to fix lines and fenders
Berthing tip - choose both
Which side alongside?
Berthing tip
Is that a skyscraper I see sailing towards me?
But how can that be?
How to keep your outboard’s water cooling channels clear for longer
Paint them with a thin layer of etch-primer
De-scale your toilet pipes
...the lemon-fresh way!
How to hoist your main easily with lazyjacks
The trick is to ease miles on the mainsheet
An easy way to make sure your jib sheets don’t flog loose
...briefly heave to!
Two knots good
...when you tie your tender on
Slow down with an empty dumpy bag
DIY drogues
Keep your boat afloat with a bottle of wine
Ideas for keeping the ocean out
Check your mast and rigging from the deck
If you're unable to climb up and look here's an idea
Why are boats like potatoes?
How to spot a bouncy boat
Buying a brand new boat?
Check new boat bunks from all angles
MOB retrieval: an easy way
A large purchase system might be the key
Keep fresh air flowing
With a forehatch cover
Building a Cornish Crabber 26
Download free multi-part PBO series
Keep fruit fresh on board
Lots of ventilation is the key