How-to
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How-To / Seamanship
How to park a narrowboat: 10 top tips
Jul 17, 2015Alex Smith completes his mini-series of inland helming tips with a look at how to park a narrowboat in a safe and stress-free fashion. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Onboard fire prevention: 7 safety essentials
Jun 8, 2015As with any serious threat to your health or safety, fire prevention is infinitely preferable to fire extinguishing, as Rupert Holmes explains. …Read More
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How-To / Seamanship
Canal locks: how to operate one
May 20, 2015Alex Smith takes the mystery out of operating an inland lock... …Read More
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How-To / Seamanship
How to drive a narrowboat
May 4, 2015If you’re planning to drive a narrowboat on holiday this season, avoid the pitfalls and get it right, says serial fist shaker, Alex Smith. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Should I invest in new antifouling technology?
Apr 3, 2015Rupert Holmes weighs up the new antifouling technology options but finds the price is probably still too high. …Read More
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How-To / Seamanship
How to berth safely: wind against tide
Mar 11, 2015Rupert Holmes explains how to master wind against tide conditions and berth safely every time. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Gas safety onboard: guide for yachts and powerboats
Mar 6, 2015A modern gas safety system may cost a bit for a proper installation, but should be relatively inexpensive to maintain. …Read More
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How-To / Seamanship
Risk taking in the Volvo Ocean Race
Feb 22, 2015Are we seeing a new dynamic in the Volvo Ocean Race? Rupert Holmes looks at the race leaderboard and where some teams are opting to take calculated risks. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Boat heating choices and installation
Feb 11, 2015Rupert Holmes helps you to choose the best heating system for your yacht or power boat and runs through how to install it. …Read More
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How-To / Buying & Selling
How to dispose of an old fibreglass boat
Jan 15, 2015There are a few free ways to properly dispose of an old fibreglass boat, but it may cost money as well. …Read More