Journal

We are at greatest risk from storm damage during spring and autumn, which means an increased risk potential for water sports enthusiasts.

Although sailing uses the energy of the wind, every trip leaves an ecological footprint. Every sailor, be it on his own boat or on a chartered boat, can reduce this footprint with just a few small changes.

Since 2020, the number of sightings and incidents involving killer whales off the Spanish and Portuguese coasts have increased.

Let’s be honest: when was the last time a professional rig check was carried out? As many of us know, almost everything on board a sailing yacht relies on the rig, and yet, often, it is not given the attention it deserves. Any rigging is only as strong as its weakest link and, for sailors, a broken mast is probably the worst thing that can happen. Nevertheless, the rigging is often neglected because of time pressure and lack of technical knowledge.

A Pantaenius client was sitting on board his large flying bridge cruiser in her permanent berth at the marina. He was seated outside, aft, with the cockpit door closed, for it had been a little damp overnight. There was some early morning fog, but another sunny day was on the cards. The following is his account of a harrowing series of events.