Gear of the year

Are swinging moorings better than marinas? Ken Endean outlines everything you need to know for life on a buoy

Not all boats were born equal, so naturally, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to propulsion. Outboards, saildrives and conventional propshafts all work differently and the internal combustion en

As the nights draw in now is the time to think about installing a dehumidifier. To help you decide what’s best for your boat, we’ve tested six top contenders

With luck you won’t experience bad weather on a charter holiday – but it can happen. Gavin Le Sueur explains tactics to keep you safe