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n Make regular visual checks and ensure split pins, etc.
None of us plans to be caught in a gale, but if it happens then both the boat and the crew must cope. Jake Kavanagh speaks to Jester Challenge skippers and asks how they get ready for stormy weather
Confidence in the integrity of your yacht’s rig is essential for both safety and peace of mind when on a long-distance passage, advises Neil Brinsdon, managing director at Advanced Rigging and Hydraulics
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Delivery skipper Ben Lowings explains how you can make your yacht handle better and perform more effectively when cruising
A safety line or tether is one of ...
Being prepared for the unexpected
