Notes for first-timers

John Willis explains the consequences of cresting a bigger-than-expected wave while helming his 25ft motorboat

HOW TO SAIL BETTER

Richard Ayres makes his first Mayday call when his yacht is dismasted and prop fouled close to the Manacle rocks

When dithering about what product to buy, look to a PBO gear test for recommendations

News from your cruising area

HAVE YOUR SAY IN PRINT AND ONLINE