Bowsprits are all the fashion on new boats these days, but do you need one? Graham Snook looks at how a bowsprit can make your sailing easier and faster
Yachting Monthly
Life-changing sailing with the Scaramouche Sailing Trust
With Black Lives Matter hitting the headlines in 2020, Scaramouche Sailing Trust’s Jaydon Owusu and Tyler Harriott wanted to share their experiences of the UK sailing community
Can I test my own rigging?
Send your questions to yachtingmonthly@futurenet.com for an expert answer. This month - can you do your own rigging checks?
Mainsail furling systems: an expert guide
Some sailors swear by mainsail furling systems, others swear at them. Graham Snook looks at way to keep your furling mainsail in check
The UK’s 11 fiercest tide races
Breaking waves and lurking rocks have earned some British tidal races a fearsome reputation. Dag Pike explains how to navigate them
How lithium batteries are changing onboard power
Duncan Kent investigates the technology used in lithium batteries and explains what to consider in matching them with a management system
Jon Sanders: The way of the world
Jon Sanders has circumnavigated the world 11 times. Elaine Bunting finds out what drives him to keep seeking out the solace of the sea
Sailing Scotland: the best routes
Whether you’ve just got a few days to explore the West Coast, or the open North Atlantic is calling, Scotland’s sea routes offer almost endless options says Brian Black…
Innovative sailing gear from the DAME R&D Excellence awards
Innovative sailing gear celebrated as we look at the DAME Research and Development Excellence in Adversity award entries, from METSTRADE Connect 2020
Why a yacht makes the best liferaft
A liferaft is reassuring, but only to be used as an absolute last resort. James Stevens explores the main scenarios that could lead to abandoning ship, and what to do…