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Boat Chat

Going boating is all about swapping yarns and telling tall tales, so we’ve asked some of the finest nautical storytellers to share some of their stories from the high seas.

Whether it's a cautionary tale on boat handling, practical pointers, or just idle musings, we hope you enjoy the articles from our regular contributors.

Taking charge of your charter boat

Taking charge of your charter boat: It’s always worth checking that everything operates as it should before you leave the marina.

Sam Llewellyn on Mediterranean cruising.

Sam Llewellyn on Mediterranean cruising.: Sam Llewellyn reflects on the passage to the Mediterranean for a season of cruising in the sun.

Making it easy

Views of cruising

Views of cruising: Everyone has a different view of cruising.

Chain brake: Simon Jinks talks through flaking the anchor chain and using a chain brake.

Seize the moment

Seize the moment: How often do you check the shackles on your boat?

Power to the people!

Power to the people!: Are yachts too power-hungry, generators too popular, and engine alternator systems simply inefficient? By Jake Kavanagh

Quieter cruising

Quieter cruising: As cruising gets busier Sam Llewellyn asks whether we should turn our attention towards some of Britain’s less-travelled cruising grounds.

Seacocks

Seacocks: Advice on buying new seacocks and keeping them in good working order.

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