Tributes to small boat legend John Guzzwell
Sep 6, 2024 · Graham Cox, the author of Last Days of the Slocum Era, told PBO: “It is sometimes said that the difference between adventure and an ordeal is attitude. “John Guzzwell’s voyage around the world on Trekka is a good example of that. His book, Trekka Round the World, is perfectly-pitched and deftly constructed, sweeping the reader up …
Shipping Forecast (broadcast) turns 100 - Practical Boat Owner
Jan 4, 2024 · The Shipping Forecast will continue to be broadcast on other channels, including by HM Coastguard and on BBC Radio 4 FM and BBC Sounds. Sailors are being encouraged to use NAVTEX to listen to the Shipping Forecast, as it provides coverage out to 270 miles. HM Coastguard provides VHF coverage out to 30 miles and MF coverage out to 150 miles using its network of remote aerial sites around the UK ...
BoatLife 2025 cancelled: NEC announce difficult decision
Nov 8, 2024 · “All exhibitors and attendees are being contacted by Pendigo Events with respect to refunds. Pendigo Events and the NEC Group thank all those that were due to attend for their interest and support of BoatLife 2025 and look forward to welcoming them to another show soon.
Boat anodes: a practical guide for sailors
May 1, 2024 · The series differs according to the environment but for this article, the galvanic series in seawater will be used. The chart (below), from my book Metals in Boats, is a simplified version that shows only the most common metals and alloys.. It can be seen that metals on the left side of the chart have a neutral or slightly positive voltage, known as …
End of Imray paper charts: historic publisher to phase out chart ...
Nov 29, 2024 · ‘Disappointing’ development for Imray. The Chairman of the Small Craft Group at the Royal Institute of Navigation (RIN), Paul Bryans said: “This is a very sad and disappointing development as paper charts are an important navigational aid since they are independent of vulnerable electronic systems and excellent for planning purposes due to their size (much larger than a chart display ...
7 sailing knots every boater should know - Practical Boat Owner
Sep 27, 2024 · 5. When you’re sure you have the distinctive reef knot shape, pull tight. Sailing knots: Bowline. A bowline is good for affixing sheets to headsail clews.This might well be something the crew has to do every time you go sailing.
10 most useful sailing apps - Practical Boat Owner
Oct 8, 2024 · It also provides information about marinas and anchorages in these areas. Price: Available free of charge. Contact: my-sea.com 6. weather&radar. This app focuses primarily on the radar side of weather rather than the basic features like forecasts.
Best portable toilet: From compostable to flushable units
Apr 6, 2023 · Kinspory portable toilet. Weight: 1.8kg; Size: 7cm (folded) or 33cm x 28cm x 30.5cm (unfolded) The Kinspory portable toilet is a similar concertina design to 7thLake, but is oblong-shaped.
Tips for first time offshore in a small yacht
Nov 26, 2024 · Peter Collinson has designed and built boards to cover the exposed cockpit of his Sadler 29, which should result in the bulk of a breaking wave simply sloshing back out again, leaving a small amount of water to find the drains below.. With cushions added, the infill also makes a great sunbed. Hugh Davies fitted slatted stainless drains to his beautifully restored Vertue II to prevent ropes ...
Heavy weather sailing techniques: how to protect your boat in …
Aug 13, 2024 · Also, remember to tighten the leech line. If the sail is allowed to vibrate in the leech, the life of the sail will be greatly shortened. The noise from vibrating leeches is also a stress factor for the crew.