The new Digital Pilot Book by The International Yachting Media is now online. With over 1,000 anchorages, ports, harbors, and marinas available to browse, this initiative—now in its eleventh year—has been completely revamped, both in
It has an intriguing name and is not widely known, but it is useful and easy to tie. It belongs to the large family of “loops, eyelets, or nooses on a single rope,” at least
“Who has the right of way?” the elderly sailor seems to wonder. It’s an interesting question, but perhaps not the best time to ask it. For this reason, even though the topic of right of
At the helm in bad weather: focus, caution, and no panic. Recent climate changes have increased the frequency of intense weather phenomena, often unexpected, which can challenge less experienced crews and create potential risks. But
Its name might not sound particularly nautical, but rest assured, this knot boasts a long-standing and rich tradition. Belonging to the family of joining knots, it is often regarded not only as one of the
The anchor bend is a knot that defies one of the fundamental characteristics of knots used in seafaring: the ability to secure firmly while still being easily undone when needed. Once tightened, the anchor bend
When you need to apply significant force, setting up a pulley system onboard is an excellent solution. It’s often used to secure something on deck, like a tender, or, as shown in the photos, to
A jammed line, a mooring line that needs shortening, or an anchor line to relieve—there are countless reasons on a boat to transfer tension from one line to another. The range of improvised methods people
Varnishing is a crucial process for boats, especially wooden hulls, which require a higher level of protection against the effects of saltwater. Stoppani was the first company to focus on varnishing wooden hulls, gaining expertise
Choosing the best furler for your boat’s headsail? In recent years, the idea that dominated since the early ’90s — a single furling genoa for all seasons — has been abandoned. Sailors are now differentiating
