Sail Repairs That Keep You Sailing
DIY repairs can get you farther than you realize if you suffer a tear in a place where there is no sailmaker.
DIY repairs can get you farther than you realize if you suffer a tear in a place where there is no sailmaker.
Updating the electrical wiring on an old 45-foot Down East ketch was a rewarding DIY challenge for this seasoned boat owner.
Maintaining and upgrading a boat’s headsail furlers can ensure peak performance for safe offshore cruising.
From safety gear to rigging checks, here’s how to get your boat and crew ready for the 3,000-mile Atlantic crossing.
There’s no better way to pass the time and put fresh dinner on the table than trolling for big catch while cruising offshore.
Build a custom stack pack to simplify sail handling, save money, and tailor the fit for your boat.
Proper plumbing, pressure control, and safety valves ensure your onboard water heater runs smoothly and reliably. Here’s how.
A $10 tracker could save you from a $500 ransom in the Caribbean, or anywhere. Here’s how it works.
A sailing family’s take on laundry day aboard their Bowman 57, from DIY boat washing to finding local laundromats in the Caribbean.
BVI-based yacht broker Ted Reshetiloff shares expert tips on boat shopping, Caribbean cruising and navigating yacht ownership in the islands.
Discover how I designed and fitted a one-of-a-kind squaresail to my 50-foot schooner, Britannia, overcoming engineering and rigging challenges.
As sailors get older, they might fear having to sell the boat they love, but an equipment upgrade could be the solution.
DIY repairs can get you farther than you realize if you suffer a tear in a place where there is no sailmaker.
Updating the electrical wiring on an old 45-foot Down East ketch was a rewarding DIY challenge for this seasoned boat owner.
Maintaining and upgrading a boat’s headsail furlers can ensure peak performance for safe offshore cruising.
From safety gear to rigging checks, here’s how to get your boat and crew ready for the 3,000-mile Atlantic crossing.
There’s no better way to pass the time and put fresh dinner on the table than trolling for big catch while cruising offshore.
Build a custom stack pack to simplify sail handling, save money, and tailor the fit for your boat.
Proper plumbing, pressure control, and safety valves ensure your onboard water heater runs smoothly and reliably. Here’s how.
A $10 tracker could save you from a $500 ransom in the Caribbean, or anywhere. Here’s how it works.
A sailing family’s take on laundry day aboard their Bowman 57, from DIY boat washing to finding local laundromats in the Caribbean.
BVI-based yacht broker Ted Reshetiloff shares expert tips on boat shopping, Caribbean cruising and navigating yacht ownership in the islands.
Discover how I designed and fitted a one-of-a-kind squaresail to my 50-foot schooner, Britannia, overcoming engineering and rigging challenges.
As sailors get older, they might fear having to sell the boat they love, but an equipment upgrade could be the solution.
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