Rupert Holmes takes an in-depth look at the practicalities and pitfalls of choosing electric propulsion, or even an ...

Getting to grips with replacing a stern shaft seal on a Contessa 32, Ben Lowings explains how it can be done with the boat in ...

Members of the public have until the 31st December 2024 to make their nominations for the 2024 Yachtsman of the Year and ...

Imray, the leading publisher of nautical information for leisure sailors, will cease its paper chart publishing operations in ...

Every boat owner should know some basic engine maintenance, including alternator belt tensioning. Stu Davies shares his tips ...

The tragic death of a liveaboard boater, who drowned after falling into cold water and struggling with a marina safety ladder ...

Many of us dream of completing a long, offshore voyage but wonder if our small yacht or crew are up to it. Once away from the regular shipping routes, off-soundings and out of land-based comms, the ...

For more than 40 years I have been taking part in the Round the Island Race on and off, writes Steve Daniel. This year, with a scratch crew, we decided to give it another bash in my boat Walkabout IV, ...

Twenty-four years ago, I wrote an article in PBO about the SeaHawk 17, Tempus Fugit and I still admire this clever mini yacht. I have owned two and wouldn’t mind another. She has the feel of a ...

One of the biggest bugbears I have with sailing gear is needing lots of different kit to do essentially the same thing so I was eager to try Musto’s new BR1 Primaloft® Mid-Layer Jacket, which can be ...

I have been testing the Zhik Seaboot 400 while sailing during the summer and then took them to France for the start line of the Vendée Globe. They are super lightweight and extremely comfortable to ...

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