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Cruising 

Whether under power or sail, you simply can't beat the feeling of ultimate freedom you get from nosing your boat out of the marina and heading for new shores.

All with the promise of a snug anchorage and a yarn with your shipmates at the end of it.

'Travelling is not just about the destination, it's also about how you get there...'

Trimming the mainsail
Using the kicker, mainsheet and traveller to best effect.
Prevent the spread of invasive species
Simple steps we can all take to help prevent the spread of alien species.
Fire extinguishers
In the heat of the moment, will yours fit?
Flying Kites
Rumours, incidents and updates from the UK and abroad.
Studland Bay
Caroline Price reports on the latest discussions regarding Studland Bay on the south coast.
Stand-off and keep to sea
In bad weather you are generally safer where there is no land…
Broadband Radar
Better than conventional radar?
Smoking in hot Amsterdam
Belt tension is easy to adjust and can save a multitude of problems
MCZ Update
The English Regional Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) Projects have recently published their Third Progress Reports.

Latest News

I Love Sailing announce May's winning video
I Love Sailing announce May's winning video
Check the video of the month
Bolton's win a bolt from the blue
Bolton's win a bolt from the blue
Young sailors in the North West get OnBoard
Help us save you money
Help us save you money
Take part in the Sport and Recreation Alliance Sports Club Survey 2011

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Information and Advice

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