Yachting Monthly

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Yachting monthly is at the heart of the British yachting market and is for people who actively sail their boats - whether cruising across the channel, around the coast or further a field in blue waters. It provides an entertaining mix of vital information for cruising yachtsmen with all levels of experience, which maximises their enjoyment, increases their skills and gives them the confidence to broaden their horizons.

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NEWS

Restriction to VHF channels in European waters

NEWS IN NUMBERS

Inspiring volunteers met by The Princess

Spanish Galleon San José to be raised

ARC 2023 fleet sets sail across the Atlantic

Historic series of storms batter UK coasts

LETTERS

Yachting Monthly

NEW BOATS • Ultra-cool, sporty weekenders and dayboats are a niche of the market that’s seeing some exciting new designs emerging. Theo Stocker takes a look at two of the latest

Yachtsmen’s role in the Great Flood

Child-friendly cruising skills

FIRST TEST BAVARIA C46 • Massive bow sections create a huge amounts of space on board, and in theory, a powerful hull to give lively sailing. Theo Stocker pushes the boat to see if the reality matches up

BAVARIA C46

SKIPPERS’ TIPS & YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED • Send your questions to our experts at yachtingmonthly@futurenet.com for the chance to win a bottle of Chilgrove gin

Which seacocks are best?

A QUESTION OF SEAMANSHIP

Using radar for COLLISION AVOIDANCE • Radar is now more efficient, more affordable and far more advanced than even a few years ago. Rachael Sprot explains how to utilise the latest technology to keep clear at sea

MAKE YOUR BOAT CHILD-FRIENDLY • Whether you’re sailing near or far, a few simple modifications to your yacht can make life on board much more secure and comfortable for children, says Justin Halewood

‘WE SPOTTED PEOPLE IN THE WATER, FIGHTING FOR THEIR LIVES’ • When Mike Goodwin and his crew spotted something in the water at the end of their charter, they were unaware of the life and death drama in which they were about to play a part. This is his harrowing account of what happened

LESSONS LEARNED

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ADVENTURE IRELAND’S WILD ATLANTIC COAST • Artist Joanna Martin sailed south along the wild west coast of Ireland, where the power of the ocean meets rugged cliffs and deserted shores. She joined husband Mark and son William for part of their circumnavigation of Ireland, heading from County Mayo to Kinsale

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CORAL GARDENING IN FRENCH POLYNESIA • After witnessing the wonders of the Gambier Islands’ flourishing reefs, two sailors meet an inspiring group of coral conservationists

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FRENCH POLYNESIA

THE AZORES & BACK RACE • Every four years Falmouth hosts a classic ocean race that’s open to all; Angela Rice speaks to competitors about its demands and rewards

WINNERS • The Winners on aggregated corrected time:

FOR OCEAN RACERS

YOUR CRUISING COMMUNITY

Rediscovering the Whitsundays • New Zealanders Anna Willison and husband Angus embark on what her workmates call an OPOE (Old Person’s Overseas Adventure), a circumnavigation

NEW GEAR • Dennis O’Neill reviews the market’s latest sailing offerings, including outboard and navigation innovations

Christmas in Hawaii • Sunbeam was the first private yacht to circumnavigate the globe. By Christmas 1876 she had reached Hawaii and was anchored in the Bay of Hilo while Annie and her family went to visit Kīlauea volcano..

BOOK CLUB • Julia Jones reviews the latest...