Boat Handling – Bringing her alongside using the mid back spring
Wind in this case is light and on the port bow, so gently holding her off the dock
Tidal stream is negligible.
Here we see skipper...
Sailing is fun, so take part in a fun regatta.
This is us taking part in the Bluewater Regatta - Lagos in the Algarve, Sept 2018
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Teamwork makes the dream work!!
This is one of the...
Hi There and Welcome to Our Blog
Hi there and welcome to our Blog where we will be giving you lots of help and guidance, especially if you are new to...
Take Offs & Landings – Stern First Approach.
Bow first or stern first onto the berth, what are the pros and cons?
So we are talking about your average cruising yacht, being a...
Southampton Boat Show 2018 – ideal starting place.
If you intrigued as to what this sailing lark is about and what’s involved to get started, then there’s no better place to visit...
Sailing Skills – moving about the boat
Firstly, when moving about on deck when underway, always wear a lifejacket - it can save your life!
When moving about the boat remember, this...
Navigation Unravelled – The Course to Steer made easy.
I’d like to share my recent idea and findings on simplifying course to steer for us.
New students (and older ones) virtually always confuse the...
The Man Overboard Manoeuvre – Heave to & Drift.
How to stop the boat quickly and get back to your casualty without loosing sight of them, but, you’ve got to act fast. Their...