Features
Galapagos Tour through Time
A motorsail through Darwin’s islands yields fesh impressions of evolutionary truths
by John Burnham
Vanuatu: Explosive, Exotic, Exciting
Of all the alluring features of this South Pacific islands nation, its people are the best
By Alvah Simon
A Resonant Tune
Yacht Style: Designer Ted Fontain’s Friendship 53 is mesmerizing in appearance and magical in performance
by Herb McCormick
Columns
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Edited by Elaine Lembo
On Watch
by Capn’ Fatty Goodlander
Short Story
by Melanie Neale
Under Way
by Richard King
Point of View
by Donna Lange
Sailing Life
Cruising Connections
by Beth A. Leonard
Makeovers and Refits
by Jennifer Portz
Passage Notes
by Herb McCormick
People and Food
by Pattie Bittel
Osprey’s Flight
by Wendy Mitman Clarke
Hands-On Sailor
All Bright and Shiny
Projects: These step-by-step secrets help keep a wooden Cheoy Lee looking her best
by Kylie Deacon
The Cure for Shopping
Backyard Warrior: From boat shows to catalogs and online buys, fitting out is a piecemeal process
by Ben Zartmen
Plan Ahead and Play it Safe
Monthly Maintenance: Choose the right device to alert you 24/7 to carbon monoxide
by Steve D’ Antonio
Setting Anchor for Sure
Seamanship Tip: With practice, you’ll know by tough if your boat’s secure
by Andrew Burton
Reviews
Bavaria 34
Boat Review: The Bavaria is a compact yet sturdy sea rocket
by Andrew Burton
Beneteau First 45
Boat Review: The First 45 appeals to the cruiser who relishes performance and the racer who wants trophies and comfort
by Mark Pillsbury
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49i
Boat Review: With its eye-catching lines and tall mast, the 49i’s ready to romp
by Mark Pillsbury
LaFitte 44
Classic Plastic: If you can find one, this Robert H. Perry design will go anywhere
by Tim Bittel
The Art (and Science) of choosing LEDs
Gear Review: Liveaboards spend a winter trying out new LED reading lights
by Chris Hunt
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