Skippering is a journey, not a destination
We‘ve been thinking about the different stages of learning new sailing skills and techniques, because being a better sailor never stops. Where do you stand in the different stages of sailing? Learning doesn’t end in the classroom, whatever the subject,…
Skippering your own boat – a guide to the options available
The desire to buy a boat is understandable. Boat ownership provides the freedom to connect to the natural world in a way you just can’t achieve without a boat. Especially in the U.K. we are never far from rivers or…
Pure Latitude partners with Sea-Changers
Pure Latitude has signed up to contribute to UK marine conservation activities by supporting the charity, Sea-Changers. Pure Latitude will include an optional donation to Sea-Changers when asking for membership fees, allowing club members to give something back to protect…
Do you have time to own a boat?
Undoubtedly boat ownership offers that dream lifestyle, with the freedom to explore places and experience the beautiful natural world in ways you just can’t achieve without a boat. Cruising through beautiful harbours, meeting new people and just having a good…
10 years of (boat) clubbing
As next week marks the 50th Southampton boat show I’m reminded that it was 10 years ago that I managed to get some late cancellation stand space, printed some banners and tried to sell the idea of sharing a fleet…
Why Boating in Autumn is Awesome
An Excuse to Treat Yourself Swapping your Spring/Summer wardrobe over to your Autumn/Winter wardrobe is a pressing task to get done before the cold sets in, and your boating gear is no exception. If you’re lacking the appropriate garments to…