Libby Purves reflects on the importance of water and how accustomed we’ve all become to having…
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A Woman’s Struggle for Women’s Representation in the Olympics
Kathleen Palmer, a former editor of YM, leveraged her journalistic abilities to secretly advocate against the…
Expert Guide: Rigging a Preventer and Boom Brake
Using a preventer or boom brake is essential seamanship for downwind sailing, but doing it incorrectly…
Mastering the Art of Sailing: Riding the Waves of Knowledge
A novice sailor transitions from the keyboard to the furling line, navigating various learning curves. Jenny…
From Dinghy Racer to Ocean Globe Champion
Guiding her all-female crew to triumph in the OGR, Maiden skipper Heather Thomas has shattered records…
In the Eternal Rhythms of the Ocean, This Era of Change Stands as the Most Significant
Intrepid novice skipper Monty Halls embarks on a sailing adventure with his family along the south…
Our Experience Installing a New Engine on Our Yacht
When a sudden coolant loss threatened his sailing, Andy Du Port realized it was time to…
We Were Hit by an Unforeseen Storm
When David and Sarah Smith embarked on their first significant ocean voyage, they were unprepared for…
Lessons Learned from Four Significant Maritime Disasters
Accident reports provide a stark reminder of the dangers at sea, but to ensure safe downwind…
Emerging from the Influence of a Renowned Father
Marie Tabarly claimed line honours in the Ocean Globe Race, breaking her father’s record while sailing…