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6 Common Nautical Phrases And What They Really Mean

Tuesday, 26th of June 2018

Throughout the years, maritime terminology has slowly blended into the idioms and expressions that us landlubbers use every day. In fact, the adoption of these terms has been so subtle that you may not even realise how many nautical terms you use in your day-to-day

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Best Ways To Improve Your Sailing Fitness

Wednesday, 9th of May 2018

Sailing is physically demanding, and although you can learn to sail without being exceptionally fit, having some functional strength will make on deck activities far less gruelling. If you're left feeling achy and worn out after your last sail this is probably

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7 Easy Ways To Make Autumn Sailing More Fun

Tuesday, 31st of October 2017

The moment the clocks go back usually indicates that the sailing season has well and truly come and gone. But if you're not ready to store your boat away just yet, Mylor Chandlery have put together a list of the best ways to get the most out of sailing when

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Top 4 Tactics For Sailing Safely In Storms

Saturday, 30th of September 2017

As a sailor, there's nothing more unsettling than feeling a storm coming on and even the most experienced seafarer should be well prepared for when the sky darkens and the winds pick up.

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Best Ways To Beat Mold And Mildew

Wednesday, 9th of August 2017

How do you get rid of mold and mildew? It's a constant struggle for the avid sailor, and in many ways there's no one-size-fits-all answer. What is certain is that those areas below deck seem to provide the perfect conditions for all sorts of fungus growth

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Inshore Sailing Style Guide

Tuesday, 4th of July 2017

As unpredictable as the sea can be, sailing will always be the following: cold, wet and difficult. The best way to take on the challenges of inshore and coastal sailing, is to stock up on some of Mylor Chandlery's super selection of fully waterproof and breathable

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