Swimming with Sharks
There are safe and smart ways to enjoy observing and interacting with these often-feared and often-misunderstood creatures.
Learn how to sail, install sailboat gear, other boat maintenance tips and more…
There are safe and smart ways to enjoy observing and interacting with these often-feared and often-misunderstood creatures.
CRC products are versatile and a good choice for multiple projects.
“Over the years, we’ve used a few different methods for marking our chain in order to know how much has played out as we set the hook.”
Actions taken during bad-weather sailing should take into consideration the boat, the wind, the sea state and the crew.
CRC products are versatile and a good choice for multiple projects.
“Over the years, we’ve used a few different methods for marking our chain in order to know how much has played out as we set the hook.”
Keeping your tools in top shape is essential to good boat maintenance.
When it comes to electricity, it is important to understand the specific sizes of grounding wires.
After a decade of trouble-free use, the conventional marine toilet on their 41-footer developed issues. Was a composting head the answer?
Depending on your budget, and how and where you sail, equipping your boat with the right propeller can produce sizable rewards.
The Totem crew discusses one of the less pleasant sides of cruising.
Since misery should be optional as a cruiser, the Totem crew has moved ashore while their boat has major work done in the yard.
Supplies running low aboard? This tasty dish can be prepared with minimal ingredients.
Try this recipe for the ultimate Cheeseburger in Paradise.
This versatile egg dish is easy to make and can be served any time of day.
Have some fresh veggies aboard? Try this tasty meal with an Asian twist.
Three sailmakers take a look at off-wind sails that will keep your boat moving on a reach and a run.
DIY sail-inspection tips for cruising sailors
Shortening sail at the appropriate wind speed will help keep boat and crew in sync with the conditions.
By following the detailed instructions, a team of DIYers was able to install a new Schaefer headsail furler on a classic plastic.
While the Totem crew saw plenty of natural beauty during their circumnavigation, unfortunately they saw environmental devastation as well.
Amid stories about the declining state of the ocean, a sailor finds inspiration while sailing marine protected areas on a passage between Maine and Bermuda.
At Wake Island, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is exploring the deep into better understand what lies below the surface.
The first oceanic wind farm is opening in the United States off the coast of Block Island. Here’s what you need to know.
Know the local tides and carefully plan your entry.
By studying cartography, cruising guides and weather patterns ahead of time, a skipper can enter unfamiliar waters with a good idea of what lies ahead.
In this book excerpt, a seasoned (and opinionated) skipper lists 13 lessons learned on a long trip through the bottom of the world.
With the simple rule of “misery is optional,” the Totem crew chooses weather windows carefully.
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