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The ten days of February
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The ten days of February

Can you count on the weather in February?

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3 mins  |
February 2020
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A boat for life

Peter Poland examines the 27-30ft twin-keelers that have stood the test of time

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10+ mins  |
February 2020
Secret Malta and Gozo
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Secret Malta and Gozo

Alan England on ways to escape the crowds in Malta and Gozo

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4 mins  |
February 2020
Electric toilets
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Electric toilets

Thinking of upgrading your boat’s toilet from manual operation to electric? Jake Kavanagh investigates the options available

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8 mins  |
February 2020
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Why we're doing the ARC

Ali Wood meets four boat crews at different stages in their lives as they get ready to embark on a transatlantic voyage

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10+ mins  |
February 2020
Weathering A Severe Gale
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Weathering A Severe Gale

Ocean racer Pip Hare tells how she survived a life-changing weather system in Biscay

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3 mins  |
December 2019
The Life And Boats Of The Swiss Family Robinson
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The Life And Boats Of The Swiss Family Robinson

Nic Compton discovers the fascinating history of a much loved Drascombe Lugger

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10+ mins  |
December 2019
Viewing The Boat – Essential Checks
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Viewing The Boat – Essential Checks

When should you make an offer to buy a boat, and when should you walk away? Rupert Holmes has the answers

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10+ mins  |
December 2019
10 Tips To Avoid Boat Restoration Pitfalls
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10 Tips To Avoid Boat Restoration Pitfalls

Drew Maglio owns up to his boat-buying mistakes, and has some valuable tips for anyone in the market for a new second-hand yacht

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10+ mins  |
December 2019
What's New In The World Of Boating
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What's New In The World Of Boating

From Russian frigates to accessible motorboats, PBO reports back from the Southampton International Boat Show.

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4 mins  |
November 2019
Farewell To Northern Spain
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Farewell To Northern Spain

On his final Biscay adventure, Jim Mottram revisits his favourite rias and the colourful towns of northern Spain and the French Atlantic coast.

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10+ mins  |
November 2019
Living Aboard In London
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Living Aboard In London

Richard Rogers reflects on the many joys (and occasional hardships) of city life on a 41ft yacht.

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7 mins  |
November 2019
Rescue At Flat Rock
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Rescue At Flat Rock

A navigational error by skipper Owen Moorhouse kicked off a daring helicopter rescue mission and made him a local TV celebrity.

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6 mins  |
November 2019
Twin Keel Performers
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Twin Keel Performers

Don’t be fooled into thinking twin keels means stodgy performance – some can really fly, says Peter Poland.

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10 mins  |
November 2019
Made Of Mettle
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Made Of Mettle

When James Oakley receives some devastating health news, he becomes more determined than ever to complete his home-built aluminium speedboat. Mike Taylor finds out more...

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8 mins  |
November 2019