Passage planning and pilotage

by Simon Jollands | Boat Handling, Crewing skills, Navigation, Preparation

Passage planning and pilotage help skippers navigate safely from one port to another. A passage plan takes into account all the various steps and eventualities involved in a voyage, from the welfare and safety of the crew to planning the route itself. Pilotage is a...

Hull inspection – the annual checks

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

With the boat ashore for the winter it is time to do a hull inspection – the annual checks. Are there any scratches and chips in the gelcoat? What about the rudder and keel? Are there any signs of osmosis? Do you have records and checklists to help ensure no...

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James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship. This issue - what to do if you run aground

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The Knot Bible app – a one-stop guide to tying and understanding the 50 most useful nautical knots, with easy to follow step-by step illustrations. ✔️

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