Trials of Owning a Wooden Boat: Sinking with Dave Selby
Dave Selby, newly out of the closet as a wooden boat owner, is learning all about sinking and how to avoid it.
Sinking in Plastic...
How to paint a waterline
By WILL STIRLING, 2010, www.cuttersandluggers.co.uk
By painting one colour below the waterline and varnishing or painting another colour above it, your dinghy or tender will...
Masterclass for Running Aground: Dave Selby’s Expert Warning
Dave Selby's column advises that you don't need a masterclass for running aground - a good grounding will do fine.
No Need for a Running...
How to moor your Classic Boat in the Mediterranean
By RICHARD HARE
In the Med, boats berth end-on to the quay, with the bow or stern tied to the quay, and the other end...
Are You Antifouling Safely? Complete the BCF Survey
Do you use antifouling paints? The British Coatings Federation are calling for participants to complete a survey on antifouling practices and safety... Can you...
Boat photography tips from the late, great Keith Beken
The legendary Keith Beken, of The Beken of Cowes Marine Photography, was famous for his fantastic timing and unique vision. His skills enabled him to...
Traditional Seamanship: Why Old-fashioned Sailing is Best
Old-fashioned sailing provides deep connection with the ocean and with one another, Ellen Leonard tells us.
Old-fashioned Sailing in a Sparkman & Stephens Yawl
My first...
How to cut epoxy cloth
Cutting epoxy cloth is an irksome task as it unthreads the instant it’s cut. If even a zephyr blows through at the critical moment...
How to restore your first wooden yacht
So, just what is involved restoring a boat to its former glory? And how much does it really cost? And what yacht should you...
How to fit deck planks
The original deck on many classic boats sailing today would have been made from planks fastened to deck beams, the seams between them caulked...
