A Lowestoft RNLI lifeboat spokesman said: “The sailor was a bit upset about having to be rescued."
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Sailors rescued after storm hits OSTAR fleet in north Atlantic
Four yachts competing in the OSTAR and TWOSTAR fleet have been rescued after a storm struck in the north Atlantic.
Unmarked lobster pot ‘anchors’ yacht
The Yarmouth RNLI all-weather lifeboat assisted a yacht that was unable to move after fouling its propeller on unmarked lobster pot gear.
‘Disorientated’ yachtsman swam ashore after running aground
A yachtsman who ran aground off the West Sussex coast felt 'confused and groggy' following a single-handed journey from Falmouth, bound for Brighton Marina.
Susie Goodall secures sponsor for 2018 Golden Globe Race entry
British yachtswoman Susie Goodall, the youngest among a 30-strong Golden Globe Race entry list, has secured DHL Express as her primary sponsor.
Sir Ben and Land Rover BAR fight back at America’s Cup
Sir Ben Ainslie's Land Rover BAR team fought back in their sixth race of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup Qualifiers.
Gipsy Moth IV round-Britain 50th anniversary tour
It is 50 years since Sir Francis Chichester sailed solo around the world in Gipsy Moth IV. To celebrate, she is sailing around Britain, stopping at 14 ports.
New Zealand to Fiji on a 26-footer – learning from experience
Euan Crawford experienced mixed fortunes when he and his girlfriend sailed their uninsured, un-surveyed, 30-year-old Raven 26 from New Zealand to Fiji.
More than 880 yachts signed up for Round the Island Race
More than 880 yachts have so far signed up to the 2017 Round the Island Race, which will be taking place on Saturday 1 July with a first start of
Cruising Notes: Castlebay charm
Charmian Entwistle recommends Castlebay, Barra as a charming stopping-off point when visiting the Outer Hebrides...
Volvo Ocean Race unveils combined Monohull-Multihull future
The Volvo Ocean Race has solved the question of whether its future should be monohull or multihull – by opting for both.
Editor’s welcome to the July 2017 issue – on sale today!
We examine what the Recreational Craft Directive requirements really mean, and test the traditional tiller pilot against a modern, stabilised version.
July 2017
In the July 2017 issue of Practical Boat Owner magazine...
Search for ‘Don’t Panic’ yacht crew called off
The two crew who were feared missing have made contact with North Yorkshire Police to say they are safe and well.
Engine failure delays Keith White’s round Britain and Ireland challenge
The Isle of Wight yachtsman aims to become the first disabled sailor to achieve a non-stop round Britain and Ireland voyage.
Push The Boat Out 2017 starts tomorrow!
Running from 13 May to 21 May, there will be lots of chances to get on the water and try your hand at sailing and windsurfing.
Unwell sailor rescued thanks to personal locator beacon
"A great example of how a personal locator beacon, when properly used and registered, can save a person’s life" said UK Coastguard's Aimee Phillimore.
Golden Globe Race sailor Antoine Cousot launches his Biscay 36 ketch Goldstar
2018 Golden Globe Race competitor Antoine Cousot launched his gleaming gold Biscay 36 ketch renamed Goldstar following a major eight-month refit.
Solent students Go Sail thanks to the 1851 Trust
In the coming months, 2,000 school children will 'Go Sail' thanks to the 1851 Trust, the official charity of Sir Ben Ainslie's Land Rover BAR team.
Clipper Race to return to the River Mersey
The 2017/18 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will start and finish from Albert Dock, Liverpool, it has been confirmed.