Project boat restoration learning the ropes

The late Jim Mottram explains modifications to make his 23-footer easier to sail. Here are just some of his tips from the archives

Alastair Buchan explains how to handle sails solo or with few crew

The art of juggling tea and a muffin while not tripping over or getting whacked on the head

Often overlooked and rarely serviced as often as they should be, winches are a vital element of any sailing boat’s deck gear. But the winch your boat comes with doesn’t have to be the winch you stick

Anyone for boat yoga? Motor maintenance inevitably means some contortionism...

Annie Means talks to the founders of BlueTree about their innovative approach to boatbuilding design and construction