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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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Top Cleaning Tips To Extend The Life Of Your Boat

Tuesday, 24th of April 2018

If you're like us at Mylor, you can't spend enough time on you boat... However, what we don't enjoy is the big clean afterwards! So if you're dreading the next full-scale clean - thinking you'll spend hours slaving over your boat cleaning products - we've

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Top 5 Tips For Sailing At Night

Monday, 19th of February 2018

Night sailing is a great challenge for any seafarer interested in pushing the boundaries and putting their skills to the test. Although launching your cruiser in the twilight hours is an exciting and pretty spectacular way to view the sunset and night's sky,

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What Is The Best Way To Varnish Your Boat?

Friday, 26th of January 2018

Winter is a great time to start thinking about varnishing your boat. Not only is your skipper more likely to be out of the water, it's also the perfect opportunity to get your wooden decks, railings and decorative features looking their very best. If you're

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8 Christmas Gifts That Sailors Really Want

Thursday, 30th of November 2017

Gift buying can leave you feeling lost at sea at the best of times, but coming up with a perfect present for the sailing fanatic shouldn't feel like a chore!

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