Though they are often viewed with suspicion in the UK, box moorings are actually very user-friendly, argues Gordon Davies
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Editor
Storm tactics from the Golden Globe Race: Jean-Luc Van Den Heede
Golden Globe Race skippers share their experiences of ocean storms, providing lessons for all of us about how to cope with heavy weather
Skippers’ Tips: Battery cross-connect & boat checks when leaving
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Tracy Edwards’ Maiden to compete in the new retro Whitbread Round the World Race
Tracy Edwards has announced that her 58ft Bruce Farr-designed Maiden will race in the Ocean Globe Race, the retro Whitbread Round the World Race
Skippers’ Tips: Better insulation & navigating locks
Seasoned skippers and Yachting Monthly experts give their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor
Storm tactics from the Golden Globe Race: Mark Slats
Golden Globe Race skippers share their experiences of ocean storms, providing lessons for all of us about how to cope with heavy weather
Rhos on Sea, North Wales
Dag Pike finds shelter from brisk westerly winds in this picturesque and historic Welsh harbour on the north coast
8 tips for digital navigation
As with all aspects of navigation, following ‘best practice’ is the surest way to make sure you are passage planning in a seamanlike manner, says Bruce Jacobs
How much anchor chain?
When it comes to putting out anchor chain, most of us follow a basic ratio rule of thumb, but we should be taking wind and tide into account, argues Christopher…
Last leg for record breaking Jeanne Socrates
Jeanne Socrates, who is attempting to become the oldest person to sail solo around the world non-stop and unassisted, is hoping she will break the record by the end of…