Dag Pike discovers solitude at the semi-circular Chapman's Pool on the Dorset coast, which is often overlooked by cruisers
Yachting Monthly
With a ripped mainsail would you turn back or carry on?
James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship. In this article, with a ripped mainsail would you continue sailing from Ireland to Falmouth?
Skippering a boat for the first time: steps to success
Skippering a boat for the first time needn't be daunting, as long as you prepare. Matthew Diggle reveals how to make a success of taking charge
Jonty Pearce: Storm Francis blights cruising in August
Storm Francis at the end of August causes Jonty Pearce to amend his cruising plans with friends
How to raft up safely and securely
James Stevens looks at the seamanship and etiquette needed to raft up and identifies the benefits and pitfalls of coming alongside
Boats 2020 cancelled on eve of show
British Marine has announced that Boats 2020 has been cancelled, less than 24 hours before the show was due to open
Can you fix a jammed sheave without a rigger?
James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship. In this article, how confident would you be about fixing a jammed sheave?
The best deck trainers from £30 for cruising sailors
Deck shoes have moved on since the traditional leather moccasin was first designed in 1935. The YM team put 11 deck trainers to the test
Tested: Palm Folding Knife
Every yachtsman needs a really sharp knife to hand at all times, especially one that can be opened easily with one hand
Well-reefed adventure – Editor’s letter October 2020
Unsurprisingly, sailing with children on board requires a markedly different approach to cruising - read the editor's welcome to the October 2020 issue of Yachting Monthly, now on sale