June 2012
On sale: Thu, 17 May 2012
Mailbag From fun observations to a good old-fashioned rant, this is your platform to speak
News Jubilee Pageant rehearsal, RNLI push to save funds and create jobs, and Commercial Road Lock rethink
Alan Burnard Remembering the legendary designer behind Fairey boats
Riverlife Alan Titchmarsh speaks to MBM Plus we get a ringside seat at an emergency evacuation
Making waves Nimbus Nova 34 gets two new hardtops and Haines go European
New Gear A thermal-imaging camera, Union Jack lifejacket and a boat stand
Owner's report A straight swap between a 25ft cruiser and a 30ft flybridge meant Roger and Peggy were delivered their perfect boat
Confessions Three Royal Marines take to the Thames for a boozy cruise...
Cruising
11 Headlands Let our experts guide you safely around the coast
Insider's guide to Salcombe One of Europe's premier cruising destinations, made easy
Cruising Club Our new control boat arrives
Testing
Bénéteau Barracuda 9 and Antarés 8.80 One 29ft hull delivers two very different wheelhouse cruisers
Intercruiser 35 Inland or coastal, this versatile and clever aft cabin makes a lot of cruising sense
Tried and tested Musto foulies, a new low-cost outboard from China and some salty shoes, ready to go straight from the box and onto the marina
Secret salesman The buyer who wanted it now
Cranchi 39-41 One cabin all you need? Then this 40ft super-sporty cruiser is an incredible buy
Buyers' guide MBM's comprehensive guide to the motorboats on the market from 20ft-50ft
Boat brokerage Snap up your dream boat for a bargain price
Classifieds MBM's directory of marine suppliers lists everything you need to know
Know how
Ropes and warps Need new ropes? Follow our guide before you buy
Ask the experts Brokerage advice, giving a tow and the origins of nav lights
Practical boating Oil change - give your engine a pre-season fill up
