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...'
- The power of the tide
- Sam Fortescue experiences a sticky reminder of the influence of the tide.
- Harbour adventure
- Sam Llewellyn recalls a lively autumn sail as a light breeze gathers strength.
- Coastguard changes
- Practical information on who to call and disposing of flares.
- A light on the horizon
- RYA Cruising Manager, Stuart Carruthers, looks at the development of an international standard for LED navigation lights.
- Remember, Remember
- A reminder to dispose of out of date flares safely.
- Gas cylinder recall
- Product recall for 6kg Calor Lite® cylinders manufactured between 2008 and 2011 inclusive.
- National Coastwatch granted dedicated VHF channel
- The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) has been allocated a national licence by OFCOM for the use of VHF channel 65.
- A morning sail
- Sam Llewellyn abandons thoughts of breakfast as his boat’s sails start to fill.
- A case of crossed wires? - A shocking situation!
- RYA Cruising Manager, Stuart Carruthers, looks at reverse polarity.
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