INSIDE THIS MONTHJANUARY 2016 http://www.yachtingmonthly.com 1January 2016, Number 1,
THE COVER18 SAILING SKILLSON THE COVER Eight experts share their techniques, and what they do when it goes wrongExpert on board: How to anchor like an expert^ Expert tips and know-how
26 28 A question of seamanshipAny questions?my fuel?’ • ‘Can I fi x Coppercoat blisters?’ • ‘Why do fenders degrade?’ • ‘Chartplotter with reserve power?’ • ‘How do I clean ‘Was the crew properly briefed?’
(^31 38 36) Skipper’s tipsON THE COVER ON THE COVER Practical seamanshipLearning curve • Wind shadow • Flooding plan • No cracked skulls, please! ‘How we survived a knockdown in the North 10-step guide to stern-to mooring
CRUISINGPacifi c.’ Dave Ungless fi nds himself on the wrong end of a storm force 10 Practical advice & real life sailing stories
42 45 46 AnchoragesCruising lifeHome waters: A shared adventure Snug overnight stops in south Wales and northern Spain Jack Jones designed yachts to look after their owners Sue Pelling cruises with Brighton Belle
52 Sailing Club to discover the secret of affordable cruising in an Oyster 55ON THE COVER well-kept secret with spectacular scenery and Mediterranean sunshineFjords in the Med: Montenegro The Gulf of Kotor is a
56 58 Cruising log ON THE COVER explains why, no matter how good your planning is, it’s the ice that decides Ray Bowen sails south through the French canals via ParisPilotage: Greenland Brian Black offers a guide for cruisers and
(^56) GEAR & BOAT REVIEWSPilotage: Iceland Why the Westman Islands make a perfect landfall Useful kit, new & used yachts
66 69 Tried and testedON THE COVER a sailor’s life easier. Duncan Kent tests eight different weather stationsGroup test: Weather stations • We go to sea with B&G’s new compact chartplotter Knowing the weather makes
76 80 ON THE COVER even better.’ Graham Snook tests the updated Discovery 55 mkIION THE COVER New boat test: Discovery 55Used boat test: S&S Deb 33 Duncan Kent investigates this ‘They’ve made a great yacht
84 82 iconic 1970s beauty and fi nds a true classic that’s also easy to sail soloNew boatsON THE COVER Graham Snook looks at the Oceanis 41.1 and the Dehler 42 Technical: Midwinter maintenance Have you forgotten to
90 do something when you put the boat to bed? Duncan Kent helps you checkChristmas stocking fi llers Hand warmers, nautical spirits, books and more
3 4 REGULARSEditor’s letterNews • Old yachts crisis • Phone roaming charges ‘Are you coming out or staying in?’
6 12 Letters• Flying with lifejackets • Aground in BembridgeTom Cunliffe • Easy berthing system • Extreme conditions ‘Christmases are more civilised now’
14 16 68 Dick DurhamLibby PurvesA good read Joshua Slocum alone at Christmas Winter geese and solo sailing ‘A winter on dry land isn’t so bad’
108 The Confessional Readers own up to their sins...
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58 A cruiser’s guide to East Greenland: Brian Black shares the knowledge gleaned from six voyages
(^18) and tips from experienced cruisersAnchor like an expert: Chris Beeson compiles techniques
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