High-tech laminate sails sound appealing but conventional woven sails remain a better all-round option for cruising – as long as you take care of them…

A regular review of your boat’s rigging will prevent expensive failures – and potentially be a lifesaver…

Woodbridge Boatyard’s Matt Lis explains how he replaced a mizzen mast on the ketch Peter Duck

Mark Ryan learns mid-family cruise the importance of having a secure attachment for his Volvo Saildrive propeller

Technology has transformed sailing, but was the past better or worse? Andy Du Port shares his views

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