How-to Articles

True wind vs apparent wind You’ve heard about “true wind” and “apparent wind”, but you’re unsure how this relates to sailing.  As you are aware, wind is a significant factor […]

Maximum Hull Speed? The hull speed of any yacht is the theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can travel without planning. It’s a common term in the world of

Remedy Seasickness There are several effective remedies for seasickness, ranging from medications to natural techniques. Here are some of the best options: 1. Medications Over-the-counter (OTC) Medications: Dramamine (Dimenhydrinate) is

Six motions on a yacht Here are some common boat movements, including yaw, pitch, and roll, which describe how yachts move in the water: Yaw refers to the side-to-side motion

Tides & Currents So you set a course to steer, follow it for a few hours and realise that you are not going to hit your waypoint or destination. You

Points of Sail Points of Sail refer to the different directions a sailboat can travel in relation to the wind. Understanding these helps you optimise your boat’s speed and efficiency

Forces acting on a sailboat The forces acting on a sailboat, particularly lift and drag, are part of a complex interaction of several aerodynamic and hydrodynamic forces. These forces include

Solar power on a boat: easy, right? So you found this page because, 1 – you are starting your journey into installing solar on your boat or, 2 – you

Knowing your ropes On a ship, ropes are generally called lines once they serve a specific purpose. It is surprising to find ropes on boats at all. On sailing vessels,

The origin of Port and Starboard The origin of the term “port” in sailing, referring to the left side of a ship when facing forward (towards the bow), has a fascinating