How two young surfers traded steel-capped boots for barefoot learning to sail in south-east Asia, By Camille MillIganOne day we were standing in swirling red dust under the brutal Australian outback sun, steel-capped boots caked in sweat and iron ore. …
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If you head offshore or participate in competitive sailing then you’ll need to consider a PLB and/or an AIS beacon. Tech Editor and marine safety gear and comms specialist, Fox Morgan has tested an array of the current beacons on …
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Luperon, in the Dominican Republic, is indisputably one of the Caribbean’s best hurricane holes. Stephen Maher reports on its unique appeal – and meets legendary cruising writer Bruce Van SantOver a gassy Cuban draught beer at the quayside bar at …
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When upgrading stays and standing rigging do you choose wire or HMPE? And where might it pay to replace stainless steel with Dyneema? Bruce Jacobs reportsA thousand miles from anywhere in the Atlantic, with the trades blowing hard and the …
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Pam Lee has competed in high level double-handed racing for four seasons, from Figaro to Class 40s. Here she shares winning tips for sailing two-up with Andy RiceThe team dynamic in double-handed sailing is very different compared with fully crewed …
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The sea is usually our happy place. But when it isn’t, factoring in recovery – both mentally and physically – is part of good seamanshipBoat should be stationary when casualty is brought alongside. Photo: Tiger Brisius/16° South/ClipperDo you find a …
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