Emergencies

Sharing your boating thoughts and opinions

A VHF radio is a staple an almost any boat’s equipment list and a legal requirement in the UK for boats over 45ft. For sheer range, a fixed VHF will always win because its antenna is high up on the ma

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

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Proper preparation prevents poor performance

A safety line or tether is one of ...