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Sail trim – some handy tips Sail trim is crucial for optimizing performance and handling while sailing. Properly trimmed sails can make a significant difference in speed, efficiency, and control. […]

What makes a good sailor? Being a good sailor involves a blend of practical skills, knowledge, and personal attributes. Here are some tips to help you become proficient and confident

Yacht Maintenance Maintaining your yacht is crucial to ensuring its longevity, safety, and optimal performance. Neglecting these essential tips can lead to a decrease in the value of your yacht,

The Perfect Gift For the Sailor who has everything Renaming your boat The ceremony that will save you and your crew from calamity… “Renaming Your Boat” is a humorous take

It is the perfect gift for the sailor who has everything… Buy it on Amazon The Book of Maritime Idioms A curious collection of sailing terms that found new meaning

Sailing Superstitions As far as we can look back in history, sailing and maritime superstitions on boats and ships have always been prevalent. Why? Being a mariner was, and still

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

Renaming your boat Most maritime-related superstitious beliefs stem from Abrahamic monotheistic religions such as Christianity. But renaming your boat calls on the favours of the Greek god of water and

How to Anchor Your Sailboat How to anchor your sailboat indeed… Easy, right? You have an anchor somewhere on the front of your boat and you drop it a good