Yachting World

SKIP NOVAK

just made it down from the UK back to Cape Town in March before all flights in and out of South Africa were cancelled. I thought my two-week quarantine would be well spent in Langebaan, a west coast town on a pristine estuary at the end of Saldanha Bay, north of the city, where I keep my Laser and share a Hobie 16. What more would I need other than an internet connection in the cottage and

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Yachting World

Yachting World6 min read
Masterclass
They say that most accidents happen in the home, and I’d hazard a guess that the same is true for sailing. Of the accidents I’ve witnessed over the years, a significant proportion have been in port, often while mooring. It’s a time when the crew are
Yachting World9 min read
Practical
RUPERT HOLMES ON SMOOTH HANDOVERS: OWNERS’ ADVICE AND AVOIDING PROBLEMS WITH NEW YACHTS Buying a brand new yacht ought to be one of the best experiences of a lifetime. However, the reality is different for a small number of owners. So how can prospec
Yachting World6 min read
New Gear
What is it? The first chartplotter from French manufacturer NKE, intended to be both powerful and intuitive Who’s it for? Offshore racing and performance cruising NKE’s electronics have never gained much traction in the English speaking world, even t

Related Books & Audiobooks