
Balsa Core Decks: Repair Tips for Sailboat Owners
When soft spots spread across our foredeck, we cut deep into the balsa core to get to the root of the problem.

When soft spots spread across our foredeck, we cut deep into the balsa core to get to the root of the problem.

Seacock inspection and service are important to ensure that any boat is ready to go cruising. Here’s how to do it right.

The new Photon camera delivers ultra-low-light, full-color visibility to make nighttime navigation safer for all boaters.

With a bilge pump, a float switch and a little ingenuity, you can build your own working shower drain for less than $100.

Here’s how to keep your boat smartly stocked with gear that matters, and make sure the crew knows what to do.

Prep your boat and plan with confidence as you make the annual snowbird run south to warmer cruising climes.

Pro tips and practical maintenance strategies to keep your boat’s engine healthy between haul-outs and offshore sailing.

When solar power stalls in squalls, a marinized portable generator keeps the batteries charged and the cruising life humming.

These simple upgrades and smart tips can keep freshwater and waste components running smoothly while cruising.

Cost-effective, durable alternatives to teak can refresh your decks and extend your classic boat’s cruising life.

The Sledge headlamp offers bright, long-lasting, hands-free illumination, ideal for maintenance, DIY projects, and nighttime sailboat work.

Smart strategies to find the right help, stay on schedule, and ensure quality results—wherever you cruise.

When soft spots spread across our foredeck, we cut deep into the balsa core to get to the root of the problem.

Seacock inspection and service are important to ensure that any boat is ready to go cruising. Here’s how to do it right.

The new Photon camera delivers ultra-low-light, full-color visibility to make nighttime navigation safer for all boaters.

With a bilge pump, a float switch and a little ingenuity, you can build your own working shower drain for less than $100.

Here’s how to keep your boat smartly stocked with gear that matters, and make sure the crew knows what to do.

Prep your boat and plan with confidence as you make the annual snowbird run south to warmer cruising climes.

Pro tips and practical maintenance strategies to keep your boat’s engine healthy between haul-outs and offshore sailing.

When solar power stalls in squalls, a marinized portable generator keeps the batteries charged and the cruising life humming.

These simple upgrades and smart tips can keep freshwater and waste components running smoothly while cruising.

Cost-effective, durable alternatives to teak can refresh your decks and extend your classic boat’s cruising life.

The Sledge headlamp offers bright, long-lasting, hands-free illumination, ideal for maintenance, DIY projects, and nighttime sailboat work.

Smart strategies to find the right help, stay on schedule, and ensure quality results—wherever you cruise.
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