The gap is narrowing amongst the skippers at the front of the Golden Globe Race fleet as they sail towards the equator
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The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) has supported hundreds of boats crossing the Atlantic Ocean for over 35 years. It’s become an iconic voyage, is one of the largest ocean…
The 10 golden rules of boat handling updated for modern times
Mind your bows,’ said my mother in an increasingly high-pitched voice, ‘bit more to port…don’t clip the stern!’ I was 17 and we were in Tesco’s car park in our…
Why Splice? Jimmy Green Marine’s online custom build service takes the guesswork out of ropework
As important as the type of rope you use for your lines is the way they are finished. Knots can weaken a line by as much as 50% and are…
Monty Halls on the trials and tribulations of sailing
Now, before you horny-palmed ocean conquerors give a rum-laden snort of derision, I’ve just emerged triumphant from my Day Skipper test. Let me be the first to point out that…
Sigma 38 review: a sheep in wolf’s clothing?
The Sigma 38 plays tricks on me. No matter how long I look, I can’t decide whether it’s a sharp-nosed racer or a gently curved cruiser. Seen from the bow…
Taking on the Limfjorden Rundt a race for magnificent ships of old
Kenneth brings the champagne on deck. ‘I have saved a couple of bottles for a special occasion – what could be more special than this!’ We have just won today’s…
Golden Globe Race: ‘With my bowsprit problem, I am sailing a bit more conservatively’
Golden Globe Race leader Kirsten Nesuchafer has discovered the bowsprit of her yacht is bending downward slightly and is monitoring it as she continues to sail up the Atlantic east…
Golden Globe Race: ‘With no weather forecasts, I have drawn a straight line to the finish and I am following that’
Golden Globe Race solo skipper Abhilash Tomy is receiving no weather forecasts. Battery charging issues means his HF radio is no longer working
How to cold start a marine diesel engine
Starting a diesel engine from cold can be a tricky business. Many direct-injection engines use extra fuel for cold starting. On some, such as small Yanmars, this extra fuel is…