Yachting Monthly

On the right wavelength

The RYA VHF course will, by September, incorporate training in the use of DSC and GMDSS. The RYA have released a handbook in support of the new qualification

Ellen crossed the line at 1021 GMT this morning, to become the youngest winner of the race since its inception in 1960.

August 2000: Preview

A tantalising archipelago of 48 islands just 30 odd miles from Penzance... but only six are inhabited.

Contents: July 2000

In Israel Paul Gelder meets sailors on the Blue Water Rally, nearing the end of their circumnavigation

Spot the difference

There’s something different about the July YM, on sale on Thursday 15th June.

July 2000: Preview

Mark and Amanda Long, both in their twenties, sold up to sail in the Med in their 32ft Pioneer 10 sloop, Spoonful.

June 2000: Contents

Geoff Lodge sets sail for Shetland in fog and is rewarded with a magical landfall