Gear

Build your own sailboat solar arch or radar arch for a fraction of the price. We were outfitting our 1979 Dufour 35 for a multi-year …

Downwind sail terminology can be baffling! If you’re looking to build out your downwind sail inventory for cruising you may find yourself awash with spinnaker …

For anyone who’s experienced an accidental jibe—with the boom whipping across the cockpit at dangerous velocities—the benefits of using a boom brake or jibe preventers …

Nautical books inspire, entertain, and inform–they can also get you out of a sticky situation! In this post, I’ll share the sailing reference books that …

We’ve scoured the seas (and Internet!) to put together the ultimate list of boating gifts that I (and other boaters) would genuinely LOVE to receive. …

If you’re looking into buying a set of used sails, you’ve probably realized just how expensive brand-new sails can be. Fortunately, you can buy used …

There’s something magical about a watermaker—at least that’s how I felt after we installed one on our boat. That may sound overblown, but think about …

Considering making the switch to an electric boat motor? With electric vehicles now commonplace on the roads, it’s no wonder so many boaters are curious …

High-quality marine binoculars are an essential piece of gear on any boat. Not only are they important for safety, helping you spot oncoming traffic, hazards, …

Foul weather gear is designed to do one thing: keep you dry on a sailboat. Simple, right? Until you go shopping for a suit and …