Dousing the chute

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

A cruising chute is ideal for downwind sailing. David Harding shows you how best to use one

Some boats need persuasion to make to windward, so tweaking the sails to best advantage can make all the difference. David Harding offers a few tips

Delivery skipper Ben Lowings explains how you can make your yacht handle better and perform more effectively when cruising

Using your cruising chute starts with getting it ...

A safety line or tether is one of ...