Plotting a Course with Compass and Parallel Rulers (No Electronics Needed)

by Clara Suggett / IN General / September 05, 2025

Plotting a course with a compass might sound old school. But when your chartplotter glitches or your battery dies, what then?

When, Why and How to Emergency Anchor

by Clara Suggett / IN Insider, Sailing Tips, Guide, General, Ski / September 04, 2025

The Moment Every Sailor Fears - And How to Master It

Advanced Anchoring Techniques: Setting and Retrieving in Sand, Mud & Grass

by Clara Suggett / IN General, Beginner / August 29, 2025

Ever woken up at anchor and realized your boat isn’t where you left it? That sinking feeling (haha sorry) can ruin a night. Whether you're settling in for the...

Is Sailing Actually A Sport?

by Clara Suggett / IN General, Athlete, Performance, Ski / August 11, 2025

Spoiler alert: It involves way more than lounging on deck with a cocktail (although there can be some of that too!)

Watched SLV and Oliver Widger? Here's How to Start Your Own Sailing Journey

by Clara Suggett / IN Insider, General, Beginner, First Time, Ski / July 30, 2025

Stop watching other people's sailing adventures and start planning your own - because the gap between YouTube viewer and certified skipper is smaller than you think.

Docking Under Sail: Precise Boat Handling in Tight Marinas

by Clara Suggett / IN Insider, General, Athlete, First Time, Skill Transfer, Ski / July 29, 2025

Docking under sail is one of the most rewarding skills a sailor can learn. It requires focus, timing, and a solid understanding of how your boat moves through the...

Spinnaker 101: Hoisting, Trimming & Dousing Your Downwind Sail

by Clara Suggett / IN Insider, General, Athlete, First Time, Skill Transfer, Ski / July 22, 2025

Spinnaker handling turns downwind sailing into something a lot more exciting for every sailor. When everything lines up, it's fast, smooth, and feels like the...

How to Heave-To: The Emergency Stop Technique for Sailboats

by Clara Suggett / IN Insider, General, Athlete, First Time, Skill Transfer, Ski / July 21, 2025

Ever felt like your sailboat had a mind of its own?

Like it just wanted to keep going... even when you didn’t?

You’re out there. The wind picks up. The sea gets...

Why I'm Moving Sailing Virgins to St. Martin (And Why You Should Sail Here Too)

by James Kell / IN Insider, Guide, General, St Martin / July 17, 2025

After nearly a decade of running sailing adventures across the Caribbean, I'm making a move that might surprise some of you. Come November 2025, we're relocating...

Reefing Your Sails for Heavy Weather: Timing, Techniques & Tips

by Clara Suggett / IN Insider, General, Athlete, First Time, Skill Transfer, Ski / July 17, 2025

Picture yourself out on the water when whitecaps start dancing across those turquoise waves. Your boat begins to heel harder than expected, and you hear those...

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