Sailing Totem: Hidden Issues in Older Boats
While cruising boats from the ’70s and ’80s might still have a lot going for them, keeping them seaworthy can involve a long to-do list.
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While cruising boats from the ’70s and ’80s might still have a lot going for them, keeping them seaworthy can involve a long to-do list.
The first step of a refit to prepare our classic Passport 40 for offshore sailing was to keep out all the unwanted water.
The postmortem of a perhaps preventable offshore-racing mishap provides some takeaway notes for any bluewater boat.
When carrying out fiberglass work, it’s important to know the distinction between primary and secondary bonds.
When regularly maintained and properly stored, your dinghy’s outboard engine can be a reliable workhorse season after season.
Make a thorough engine inspection part of your fitting out routine and identify problems ahead of time.
Thorough winterizing keeps your boat in good condition so it’ll be ready to sail in the spring.
Frustrated by the mess left behind on his boat’s deck by the daily avian assault, this sailor tried out a range of products to keep birds away.
Things to consider before adding a genset to your cruising boat.
Check the anodes in your diesel’s cooling system
Pay attention to standards when working on sailboat plumbing.
Have the right tools and materials to stop onboard leaks
While cruising boats from the ’70s and ’80s might still have a lot going for them, keeping them seaworthy can involve a long to-do list.
The first step of a refit to prepare our classic Passport 40 for offshore sailing was to keep out all the unwanted water.
The postmortem of a perhaps preventable offshore-racing mishap provides some takeaway notes for any bluewater boat.
When carrying out fiberglass work, it’s important to know the distinction between primary and secondary bonds.
When regularly maintained and properly stored, your dinghy’s outboard engine can be a reliable workhorse season after season.
Make a thorough engine inspection part of your fitting out routine and identify problems ahead of time.
Thorough winterizing keeps your boat in good condition so it’ll be ready to sail in the spring.
Frustrated by the mess left behind on his boat’s deck by the daily avian assault, this sailor tried out a range of products to keep birds away.
Things to consider before adding a genset to your cruising boat.
Check the anodes in your diesel’s cooling system
Pay attention to standards when working on sailboat plumbing.
Have the right tools and materials to stop onboard leaks
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