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Did they have a billiard table on board?

If. If If. IF Britannia wins the Cup, where would the next competition take place? Would it necessarily be in UK waters or would they...

I have heard this. But I’ve also heard owners talk very happily about their boats. I wonder if there is a ‘horses for courses’ factor...

Are the Morgans all so bad? I know that some models have a poor reputation but I think there are some exceptions. They definitely...

I have the mid priced salopettes and so far very pleased. They haven’t had a serious test, to be fair but the breathability is good and...

Obliged is a strong word. In/near some ports/harbours you may be required to monitor a channel (not usually 16). Twice this year...

Slightly off topic…. If you have a small boat with limited electrical resources, very simple systems and a hand held VHF as the only...

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Yards can be dangerous. A long time ago now I had a little Ballerina. The yard used a crane not a hoist and normally they would launch...

You might get more response at the WoodenBoat Forum. This is firmly in their territory Forums - The WoodenBoat Forum

Yes, I guess that’s it. People want to feel they are on a proper yacht. But it did make me think that if I were ever to do one of these...

Thinking more about this ( though I’ve no idea why) perhaps the economics of a purpose built fleet wouldn’t work? I don’t know, but I I...

Just back from a shore based holiday in the Saronic Gulf area of Greece. It was interesting to see the charter boats- it’s 6 years...

I did mine the old fashioned hard way. Completely removed all the old varnish. Removed all the fittings. Sanded, did a little bit of...

Very sad and thoughts must be with all the loved ones of those involved. A terrifying and random occurrence. I think we could all...