Short Hops & Smooth Racing: The Competent Crew’s Guide to Coastal Passage Mastery
Why Short Hops Matter Not every sail has to be an epic offshore adventure. For many of us, the joy of sailing lies in short coastal hops: a Solent weekend from Hamble to Yarmouth, a night at anchor in Newtown Creek, or a relaxed reach east toward Chichester Harbour. These 1–2 day passages are the […]
Atlantic Crossing Essentials
I have to confess, when I was asked if I was interested in writing a Blog series on preparing for and passing your RYA exams, I was a bit reluctant. It’s a long time since I had to write something coherent that others can read and criticise. But here we are. The team at Chartroom Online were also […]
The Pleasures and Pitfalls of Calling the Shots Afloat
I’m delighted to be starting a new blog series here on Chartroom Online. Every Friday, I’ll be twittering on about something related to offshore sailing and my passion for being at sea. For this first one I’m taking a look at what it means to be Skipper of a yacht, so pull up a stool, […]
Weather Windows & Tide Strategy for Coastal Cruisers
Navigating the South Coast in autumn calls for good judgement and even better timing. Here’s how to find your window and make the most of every knot.