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Reader Tip: Easy Reefing
Related tags: Projects | Reader Tip | reefing by Charles Barth
Here's a look at a mainsail reefing system that can be controlled by one person from the cockpit.
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May 13, 2013Disco Winchesby Michael RobertsonThey’re big, they’re black, they’re stout, and they're from 1978. Meet Del Viento's Lewmar 48 self-tailing winches.
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April 29, 2013In Which I Fix Somethingby Michael RobertsonThis story is an important reminder that solving any problem aboard a cruising boat nearly always takes longer than anyone ought to imagine.
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April 1, 2013Chance Encountersby Michael RobertsonMichael Robertson takes a humorous look at the different approaches to boat projects by some well-known cruisers.
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March 22, 2013To Crimp or Solder?When it comes to making ideal electrical connections, the choice is clear.
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March 20, 2013How to Touch Up Painted Aluminumby Steve D'AntonioUse these tips and tricks to ensure a good-looking, quality finish on nicks, cracks and blemishes.
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March 15, 2013Reader Tip: Onboard Kayak Racksby Jan Irons/commutercruiser.comInterested in cruising with kayaks but don't know where to store them? Check out this custom solution.
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February 12, 2013Over A Barrelby Michael RobertsonMy $431 Victoria parts bill shrinks to $157 in Washington state.
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January 8, 2013Diesel Engine Maintenance: Liquid Diagnosisby Steve D'AntonioIf Sherlock Holmes were a diesel mechanic, he’d employ fluid analysis. Monthly Maintenance from the December 2012 issue of Cruising World.
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January 8, 2013How Not to Install a Self-Steering Windvaneby Cap'n Fatty GoodlanderMonitoring One’s Progress Toward the Loony Bin: On a quest for self-steerage, our intrepid do-it-yourselfers attempt the impossible in the most unfeasible manner. On Watch from the December 2012 issue of Cruising World.
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January 3, 2013Nuisance Tripping With ELCI, Why?Ed Sherman shares troubleshooting tips for using a portable generator on a boat equipped with an ELCI device installed at the shore power inlet.
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Loved sailing aboard the 433 this past week. Easy to handle, great performance and extremely comfortable. Thankful for the watermaker!
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