Navigation

Space Jam - eLoran offers an alternative to GPS in the event of signal failure
E-Nav the race is on - the latest developments and history of Electronic Navigation
Broadband Radar - better than conventional radar?
Digital Radar - how has digital radar developed and what benefits does it offer?
Chart Plotter, friend or foe - it was one said that 'the art of navigation is knowing where you are not'.
The Chart Plotter - Electronic navigation working hand in glove with traditional navigation techniques
Pilotage - being one step ahead of the game is the key to effective pilotage
No Fix? Easily fixed - how your Radar can be used for pilotage

Pilotage - up rivers and anchorages

Up the River Dart - discovering the delights of the river Dart to Totnes
Up the River Medina - past the hustle and bustle of Cowes the Medina continues to Newport
Up the River Lynher - secluded anchorages leading to a tranquil finish at St Germans
Up the River Tamar - rich in history the Tamar offers some of the finest scenery in the West Country
Up the Salcombe and Kingsbridge Estuary - follow the estuary to Kingsbridge, Frogmore and South Pool
Barn Pool - A beautiful anchorage
Up the River Colne - Brightlingsea to Colchester
Secret Water Windermere - A brief guide to Windermere
Exploring the Walton Backwaters - RYA Guide to the Walton Backwaters
Up the River Blackwater - Osea to Maldon
Up the River Fal - Falmouth Harbour
Falmouth's Secret Harbours - The Fal & Truro Rivers

Boat Handling

The effect of rudders, props and propwalk (sail) - includes video footage
The effect of rudders, props, outdrives and propwalk (power)
Pivot points, windage and slide (sail) - includes video footage
Pivot points, windage and slide (power)
Tide into a marina - Video
Wind into a marina - Video
Sail trim is all a balancing act - how the main and headsail work together
Trim and Shapely Genoas - how to trim a genoa
Trimming the mainsail - how to trim a mainsail
Adjusting Sail draft - what is sail draft and how to use it
Spinnakers - a run through the gear and preparation required
Spinnakers: Hoist, trim and drop - by taking it one step at a time, flying a spinnaker becomes less daunting
Asymmetric's, Chutes and Genneker's - basically one and the same
A Secure Anchorage - dropping the hook and staying put.
Anchoring; The gear
A Safe Anchorage - selecting a good place to anchor
Chain Brake - flaking anchor chain and using a chain brake

Cruiser Racing

Cruiser Racing Part 1 - Many cruising sailors don't race, until a competitor comes along
Cruiser Racing Part 2-  Offshore or inshore, one-design or club racing there's plenty to choose from
Cruiser Racing Part 3 - SIs, NoRs and have you checked your insurance policy
Cruiser Racing Part 4 - The rules of racing
Cruiser Racing Part 5 - Ratings and handicaps
Cruiser Racing Part 6 - Yachts and equipment
Cruiser Racing part 7 - race start signals
Cruiser Racing part 8 - the start line
Cruiser Racing part 9 - clear crew roles

Learning from Experience

Bears, Buoys and Bottoms
Brambles and hooks
GPS - get position support
Improvising with underwear
Fog
Anchor watch
Smoking hot in Amsterdam
The X Factor
Escape Route
Feeling thirsty

Weather and Safety

Haven't the foggiest idea - Knowing the type of fog is important for deciding when it is likely to clear.
Fire Extinguishers - in the heat of the moment will yours fit.
Your lifejacket - lifesaver or wreath?
Seacocks - advice on buying new seacocks and keeping them in good safe working order
Seize the moment - How often do you check the shakles?
Handover - Taking charge of your charter boat
Five Minute Briefing - MCA Coding
Five Minute Briefing - Creek Crawling tips
Five Minute Briefing - Man Over Board
Five Minute Briefing - Man Over Board recovery techniques
Five Minute Briefing - Waypoints or dividers
Five Minute Briefing - Diesel Engine Troubleshooting
Five Minute Briefing - Towage and Salvage
Five Minute Briefing - The 3 point fix
Five Minute Briefing - Pilotage
Five Minute Briefing - Pleasure Vessel Regulations