Beyond Biscay is a diverse coastal cruising ground and the route to the warm waters of the Mediterranean. Will Bruton reveals the best ways to cross this notorious rite of passage
Conquering Biscay is truly a rite of passage. Credit: Tor Johnson
Like most nautical folklore, how things used to be has a role to play in Biscay’s reputation.
Golden Globe Race entrants Uku Randmaa and Istvan Kopar have both had to seek medical advice as they battle for a podium position
Istvan Kopar is struggling to keep the black mould at bay on his Tradewind 35, Puffin, which is having an impact on his health. Credit: Christophe Favreau/PPL/GGR
From a selection of the latest kit in Yachting Monthly’s New Gear pages
The Information Display (ID) from Navico (B&G, Simrad, Lowrance) is like a Multi-Function Display (MFD) except its ‘brains’ aren’t incorporated in the unit, but in a centralised hub that can be fitted in a different location.
The ID looks like an MFD, and can be used and set…
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Conquering Biscay is truly a rite of passage. Credit: Tor Johnson
Credit: Andrew Sydenham
Istvan Kopar is struggling to keep the black mould at bay on his Tradewind 35, Puffin, which is having an impact on his health. Credit: Christophe Favreau/PPL/GGR
The sole is designed to give a firm footing. Credit: Graham Snook Photography
