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In the December 2021 issue of Monthly Yachting you will find our new series of cruise clinics on how to become more confident with piloting, the future of boat building, the legacy of Sir Peter Blake, 10 film sets to Great Britain and Ireland – and more !
SAILING SKILLS
Credit: Nic Compton
NEW SERIES Cruise Clinic Rachael Sprot helps improve a sailor’s piloting skills
Ready for the tough stuff How to secure your boat for the sea
The knowledge Why the maximum hull speed is a myth
Advice from skippers Make roosters last • Hatch handles • Bucket days
Seamanship question Does a broken driveshaft justify a Pan Pan call?
“Half a blip too much and the halyard was stuck” Lessons learned after the propeller and genoa furler failed in strong winds
CRUISE
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As seen on the screen Navigate the set with the top 10 film and TV locations in the UK and Ireland
Breathtaking Brazil Sail the tropical east coast anchorages, majestic animals and bustling cities in a 47-foot ketch
Sir peter blake Sarah-Jane Blake reflects on her late father’s legacy, 20 years later
Sell ​​a leprechaun Graham Snook recalls 12 years of possession after parting ways with his Sadler 32
Cruise community Pioneer Navigator Larry Pardey and his Journey
Secret water adventure Cruise from Upnor to Blackwater with Arthur Ransome-inspired muddy trample en route
Anchoring Port Eynon in South Wales is a good stopover in good weather
Credit: Sarah-Jame Blake
EQUIPMENT AND BOATS
Hull construction Sam Fortescue discusses boat building materials; past, present and future technologies
Christmas gift guide Recommended reading and sailing kit ideas for bargain hunters and big spenders
Me and my boat Is the Sadler 290 still the most spacious and powerful 29 foot twin keel ever built? David Harding thinks so
Credit: David Harding
REGULAR
editor’s letter Memories and projects
New Rope microplastics; Lagoon 450 bulkhead problems
Letters Sir Robin Knox-Johnston curry recipe
Dick durham Leak hunting
Pete goss Back to Pippin
Libby purves Lashing lesson
Books Island on the Edge: A Life on Soay by Anne Cholawo
Confession a hornet’s nest
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