Always discuss the deal before you accept a tow. If you've run out of fuel on a calm evening, a friendly fisherman might pull you in for a bottle of scotch, but if your boat is in undisputed danger …
A quick fix
If your GPS goes down and you don't fancy a major plotting bonanza to fix your position, look for an identifiable object ahead or astern. To access this post, you must purchase The Sea …
Track versus Rolling Road
Running down towards a waypoint in a sailing boat, it's often better to use the compass option from the 'GoTo' menu than the alternative 'rolling road'. To access this post, you must …
‘A gallon of regular’ ain’t what it used to be!
Some things in life seem eternal – like the west wind, the cycles of the tide, and the explosive nature of a decent gallon of petrol. To access this post, you must purchase The Sea Chest …
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Keep clear
If you’re an habitué of the North Sea you’ll be aware of the fact that the small rings charted around gas and oil platforms mean you must keep at least 500 metres clear. To access this …
Carry a snorkel
All yachts should carry a simple mask and snorkel for that evil day when the propeller gets wrapped up. To access this post, you must purchase The Sea Chest membership (Annual Payment) or 1 …
