21 décembre 2009
If you’re not planning on sailing over the winter months, take some time to put your boat to bed until the warmer weather returns. You can&...
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18 décembre 2009
Let’s start with the basics
Painting on top of badly prepared surfaces is a waste of time and money
Always use the right mater...
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01 novembre 2009
Arvor … then
Launched in 1978 by Frank Collins, Collins Marine were responsible for creating Arvor boats.
Frank Collins was a ke...
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01 novembre 2009
Trader was launched in 1979 and is a world leader in motoryachts, with 500 Trader yachts cruising the waters of the world. The range includes Spr...
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28 septembre 2009
Boats are built for movement and will always resist being tethered to one spot. Keeping them in one place is a real skill. The right anchor must ...
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24 septembre 2009
To be able to sail, you must understand the wind. Sounds simple? But by knowing from where, and how strong the wind is blowing, you can react to ...
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24 septembre 2009
Whatever the advances in modern technology, the art of sailing depends on some of the most ancient mechanical devices: levers, block and tackle. ...
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24 septembre 2009
Launching your boat without damaging its hull is more difficult that you might think. More damage is caused to the hull during its launch than wh...
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04 septembre 2009
Fletcher Boats
Norman Fletcher’s first love was racing cars! After building his first car in the back of his model shop in West Bromwi...
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04 septembre 2009
Moody Yachts
The past
As a child, John Moody fell was obsessed with boats. His first attempt at boatbuilding began in the courtyard of ...
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03 septembre 2009
Sealine Boats
Sealine are celebrating their 30th year of designing and building boats. Founded in 1972 by boating enthusiast, Tom Murrant, S...
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30 août 2009
Cranchi Boat Builders
How it all began
In 1866, Giovanni Cranchi opened his first workshop on the shores of Lake Como, Italy. In 1932, ...
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30 août 2009
Bavaria Yachts
“German engineered, sailor inspired”
Hidden away in Northern Bavaria, miles away from any major body of wate...
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31 juillet 2009
Here’s a quick and handy guide to help you brush up your sailing skills.
Sea sickness
If you’re feeling a little under the ...
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31 juillet 2009
There’s no better feeling than catching your supper with a hook and line. Here’s a quick guide to help you improve your rod skills.
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