Teamwork when at sea can be the difference between winning and losing in big events, while it can also have a dramatic impact on whether people enjoy sailing. Many sailing courses place an emphasis on team work as it can enhance the experience of all of those taking part. The best sailors are those that […]
When it comes to learning to sail there are plenty of things to take into consideration, but the fundamental aspect to improving the experience is to learn in the correct manner.There are plenty of different courses available across both the UK and the world for those looking to learn, so picking ones that can be […]
The preparations for the 2013 America’s Cup produced the ultimate tragedy last year, as Olympic gold-medal winning sailor Andrew Simpson sadly lost his life after the catamaran he was on capsized. However, in the wake of the accident his wife Leah and several of the world’s highest profile stars have moved to remember the British sailor […]
The Extreme Sailing Series attracts the very best sailors from across the globe, with Olympic medallists joining America’s Cup sailors and World and European champions. From its roots in 2007, the series has developed into a spectator-friendly, adrenaline-fuelled set of races, with much in-shore racing in stadium environments. This makes for incredible viewing for those at […]
Your boat may have gone into storage for the winter but just because you’ve bid ‘adieu’ for a few months, it doesn’t mean you have to forget about your passion for sailing altogether. You’ve given your pride and joy a good scrub down, you’ve winter-proofed the engine and removed the battery – but in just […]
Whether you’re in the midst of sailing training or you’ve been an expert for years, don’t feel as though you have to stay in the UK to improve your skills or take a well-earned break. While Britain boasts some beautiful coastline which is perfect for sailing – the Scilly Isles and Loch Lomond, to name […]
Boats are like hibernating animals; since they are not likely to be used over the winter, they need to be adequately prepared for storage over the colder months. The way you prepare and store your boat over winter can affect its long-term health and the ease of the spring launch – which will come around […]
Sailing can seem like a complex, unfathomable ability to those who’ve never gained competence on the water. However, it really just boils down to a collection of different skills that need to be mastered. Here’s are four essential sailing skills that we think you should know like the back of your hand. #1 Hoisting The […]
Essentially, inland sailing means sailing on an enclosed body of water such as a lake or reservoir. The term is doesn’t generally refer to boating on waterways such as rivers or canals, which are generally more suited to motorised vessels, largely because they don’t receive the winds necessary to support sailing at consistent speeds. So […]
As an absolute beginner, you may well be a little nervous when it comes to getting out there. It all seemed like such a great idea, up until that moment you realised you’re actually required to step foot onto a boat and make it go where you want, without crashing it, sinking it or otherwise […]