A guide to rudders

Andrew Simpson looks at pendulum servo self-steering gears, and describes how to get the best out of them

Words: Jon Mendez Putting a step into the ...

Stephanie Jones talks to the skippers in the 2025/26 Mini Globe Race to find out...

Misunderstood and little used, the kicking strap or vang is often largely ignored by cruising sailors. It is an important sail control, however, helping you to flatten or open the main as required. Ra

HOW TO SAIL BETTER

Ashore or afloat, winter cold and damp can have a detrimental effect. Jake Kavanagh looks at options for keeping condensation and moisture at bay