Winches on a sailing vessel Winches on a sailing boat are mechanical devices that control and adjust sails, rigging, and other onboard systems. They provide mechanical advantages to make handling […]
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What to cook on a sailboat? Cooking on a sailboat presents unique challenges due to space limitations, movement from waves, and the need for efficient (cold) storage and preparation. Here
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RADAR – Is it worth it? Radar (Radio Detection and Ranging) is essential for yacht navigation, safety, and situational awareness. Below is a detailed explanation of how radar systems work
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AIS – Is it worth it? AIS (Automatic Identification System) is a tracking and identification system used in the maritime industry to enhance navigational safety, collision avoidance, and situational awareness.
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What is a seacock – best practice A seacock is an essential boat component that controls water flow through the hull. These valves are critical for safety and maintenance, and
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VHF vs HF marine radios When sailing, choosing between a VHF (Very High Frequency) radio and an HF (High Frequency) radio depends on your communication needs, sailing habits, and location.
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MAYDAY – PAN-PAN – SECURITÉ MAYDAY, PAN-PAN, and SECURITÉ are three internationally recognised maritime radio signals; each used for a specific level of urgency or communication purpose. Here’s how they
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Puffs – Reading the water Reading the water for wind puffs is an essential skill in sailing. Not just in racing but similarly when you cruise around for leisure. It
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Creating lateral distance and leverage in competitive sailing Okay, so you need to know about lateral distance and how this relates to creating leverage. Well, here we go… First of
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Types of square-rigged ships A square-rigger is a sailing ship that uses sails rigged primarily in a square or rectangular shape, set perpendicular to the ship’s keel. This design allows
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