Yachting Monthly

Yachting monthly is at the heart of the British yachting market and is for people who actively sail their boats - whether cruising across the channel, around the coast or further a field in blue waters. It provides an entertaining mix of vital information for cruising yachtsmen with all levels of experience, which maximises their enjoyment, increases their skills and gives them the confidence to broaden their horizons.

THE POWER OF RESPONSIBILITY

New attempt to set Atlantic crossing record in 1.2m boat • If you have a news story to share, contact News Editor Heather Prentice Email Heather.Prentice@futurenet.com Tel 07751 746468

Sunseeker fined in US for illegally sourced teak

Tribute to media mogul and sailor Ted Turner

Eight Bells for Colin Swale

Lobster Pot Campaign launched to improve safety at sea

Starting gun fired on YM Triangle

Premier completes first integration of Boatfolk marinas

Pole-to-pole circumnavigation reaches South Pacific

NEW BOATS • Five new luxury cruisers that raise the bar at this year’s Boot international boat show in Düsseldorf

BIG BEAR VOYAGE 2026 • Recommended by Yachting Monthly editor Theo Stocker

LETTERS • We’d love to hear from you. Write to us at yachtingmonthly@futurenet.com or by post at Yachting Monthly, Future PLC, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, Paddington, London W2 6JR

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Let the racing begin

Analysis paralysis

MOODY 376 • Introduced over 40 years ago, the Moody 37 became the 376 and quickly established a reputation as one of the most comfortable and commodious family cruisers you can buy. David Harding finds out how she stacks up today

HOME WATERS THE ULTIMATE GIG • Monty Halls takes on the clans in the World Pilot Gig Championships

SKIPPERS’ TIPS & YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED • Send your questions to our experts at yachtingmonthly@futurenet.com

Protecting your eyes & face at sea • The feeling of sun and wind on our faces is a magical part of sailing, but we need to take protecting our eyes and the skin around them seriously, says Richard Newsom

Night vision & colour vision at sea • Night vision and colour vision have a big impact on safe navigation. Nick Leather explains how they work

Why two headsails are better than one • What are the pros and cons of a double headsail rig? And what are the options to possibly convert from the usual sloop to a double headsail configuration?

‘WHAT MORE COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?’ • Three men in a boat embark on a Mediterranean delivery trip from Athens to Spain that went wrong in almost every way imaginable

ADVENTURE UNEXPLORED ST LUCIA • Amid a cold and wet winter, a last-minute Caribbean getaway proved the perfect tonic for Theo Stocker and family

SAILING THE SHIPPING FORECAST • Celebrating 100 years of the BBC Shipping Forecast, Jane Russell takes us on a series of coastal cruises through the forecast sea areas, exploring some of the special places on offer in each of them

NEW GEAR • From water filters to cleverly designed sun hats, YM has scoured the latest sailing gear for enjoying summer afloat

LOST OFF THE LIZARD

YOUR CRUISING COMMUNITY • Send your sailing gossip, diary dates, cruising news and club or owners’ association updates to Heather Prentice

STUCK IN THE MUD • Regional initiatives in the UK to clean up and prevent owners from abandoning end-of-life boats simply show that the Government and the marine industry have their heads in the sand, says Barry Pickthall

PEST CONTROL • What are the most effective humane methods of keeping rodents off your boat? Chris Taylor explores the options

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