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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Team Britannia’s round the world ‘superboat’ hits the water for the first time
Team Britannia’s round the world ‘superboat’ hits the water for the first time
Friday, 04 October 2019

Team Britannia’s round the world superboat has hit the water for the first time, near Portsmouth.

Team GB reveals first athletes for Tokyo 2020
Team GB reveals first athletes for Tokyo 2020
Thursday, 03 October 2019

Image: British Sailing Team

CRUISING ASSOCIATION ENJOYS ALL-ROUND SUCCESS AT SBS
CRUISING ASSOCIATION ENJOYS ALL-ROUND SUCCESS AT SBS
Thursday, 03 October 2019

Image: CA Stand – Lucy Gray/CA

All happenin’ at Barbados Sailing Week 2020
All happenin’ at Barbados Sailing Week 2020
Thursday, 03 October 2019

The Blue Peter – a regular visitor to Barbados Sailing Week – photo Peter Marshall

University Sailing Sustainability Challenge
University Sailing Sustainability Challenge
Thursday, 03 October 2019

Using reusable water bottles is just one target for the sailing clubs

ON BOARD DIESEL HEATER MAINTENANCE
ON BOARD DIESEL HEATER MAINTENANCE
Thursday, 03 October 2019

Matthew Birks, technical expert from Eberspächer, advises on maintaining your on board diesel fuelled air heating system.

If your boat is a working boat or you live aboard we recommend having an accredited dealer inspect your installation a...

Sehr Gut Beers!
Sehr Gut Beers!
Thursday, 03 October 2019

The approach of October reminds me of the annual Munich Oktoberfest, surely the most famous beer festival in the world.

Running this year from 21 September to 6 October, the event conjures up images of clinking steins of beer, raucous singing, n...

Volunteers: boating’s unsung heroes
Volunteers: boating’s unsung heroes
Thursday, 03 October 2019

There is a good chance that you know someone who volunteers, or perhaps volunteer yourself. The RYA works to ensure these hardworking people are recognised for their contribution.

According to Sport England 6.7 million people – 14.9 per ce...

Birdham Pool Marina
Birdham Pool Marina
Thursday, 03 October 2019

Birdham Pool Marina lies within the sheltered, unspoilt waters of Chichester Harbour, just five miles from the quaint yet bustling town of Chichester.

On arrival at the marina, you feel transported a million miles away, yet Birdham is ...

2019 Rolex World Sailor of the Year Awards nominees announced
2019 Rolex World Sailor of the Year Awards nominees announced
Wednesday, 02 October 2019 The line-up of Rolex World Sailor of the Year 2019 nominees has today been announced by World Sailing, the world governing body of the sport, and Rolex, the leading name in prestige watches that includes watches engineered specifically for sailing. ...
Special double commission offer for RYA Joining Points
Special double commission offer for RYA Joining Points
Wednesday, 02 October 2019

Throughout October, the RYA is once again offering double commission to all clubs, training centres and marine organisations signed up to the RYA Joining Point programme.

 

Tec Range
Tec Range
Tuesday, 01 October 2019

Designed for life on and offshore, and perfect for any adventure on the water, Gill’s UV Tec range combines form and function. This stylish range of clothes features t-shirts, shorts and trousers, and is ideal for multisport, multi-activity...

Ellie Aldridge wins Formula Kite European Championships
Ellie Aldridge wins Formula Kite European Championships
Monday, 30 September 2019

Image: IKA / Luca Piana

RS:X worlds top ten for Saskia Sills
RS:X worlds top ten for Saskia Sills
Monday, 30 September 2019

Image: Robert Hajduk/RS:X Class

HISC Youth Open Race Week
HISC Youth Open Race Week
Saturday, 28 September 2019

Running the same week as Cowes in AugUST, the HISC Youth Race Week sailors did not shy away from a strong breeze, but instead embraced the excess of 20 knots winds and the exciting waves caused by wind against tide.

With 10 different fleets (RS ...

Sugar Shaken (Not Stirred) on Mylor’s Sweetest Spirit
Sugar Shaken (Not Stirred) on Mylor’s Sweetest Spirit
Friday, 27 September 2019

Image: Mylor Yacht Harbour

Double the gifts for RYA members with Refer a Friend
Double the gifts for RYA members with Refer a Friend
Thursday, 26 September 2019

Throughout October RYA members enjoy not one but two special gifts when they sign up their friends and family to RYA membership, with the RYA Refer a Friend scheme.

Refer a Friend rewards existing members for spreading the word about RYA members...

Garmin Handhelds
Garmin Handhelds
Thursday, 26 September 2019

Garmin has announced the all-new GPSMAP 86 handheld series, a feature-packed addition to its marine handheld collection. Both the GPSMAP 86s and the GPSMAP 86i support optional Garmin BlueChart g3 cartography with integrated Navionics data. With ...

Revolver 19 Dress
Revolver 19 Dress
Tuesday, 24 September 2019

If you are looking for an autumnal dress, or perhaps something for a late break, this dress by Protest could be just the thing. Printed with a lovely tropical print of flowers and leaves, there is a small gathering at the chest and the back of th...

Tom Slingsby wins historic first SailGP Championship for Australia
Tom Slingsby wins historic first SailGP Championship for Australia
Sunday, 22 September 2019

Tom Slingsby wins historic first SailGP Championship for Australia. Image: Sam Kurtul/SailGP

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