Trailer sailers – our favorite small sailboats from the Annapolis boat show Trailer sailers are some of the most affordable, versatile, and adventure-ready sailboats on the market. It’s no wonder they have an almost cult following. Not only can they save hundreds of dollars a month in moorage, they also allow their owners to venture

Thrill your first mate with these valentine’s day gifts for sailors Some of the links in this post are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission.” Why spend money on teddy bears and chocolate when you can buy your (first) mate valentine’s

The inflatable canoe you can pack in your luggage Many sailors are opting for adventurous alternatives to traditional dinghies, making it more common to see kayaks, paddle boards, and inflatables trailing behind cruising sailboats.  Guest poster, Jon Keller, author of Of Sea and Cloud, recently discovered a hypalon inflatable canoe that can go just about

Mustang Survival’s 30L Bluewater Gear Hauler   Meet Mustang Survival’s 30L Bluewater Gear Hauler ($159 USD) – the best dry bag backpack we’ve tested Meet We’ve long been on the lookout for the best dry bag backpack. After five years of living on our boat and bluewater cruising, we’ve “tested” (see: destroyed) half a dozen of them.

Who knew shopping for sailing gifts on a budget could be so much fun. We found some awesome sailing presents for under $50. If you’re still stuck for ideas after reading this post, check out these 5 homemade gifts for sailors. This post includes affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and

Want to document your boating adventure but disappointed with the resulting photos and footage? With the addition of a few GoPro boat accessories, you can take your shots from blair-witch-esque to vlog-worthy! Why boat photography is so hard: You’re not alone – filming on the water is challenging. Your hands are busy steering, adjusting lines,

If you’ve perused West Marine’s dinghy section or searched for a used dinghy for sale on craigslist, you’ve probably realized by now that there are an overwhelming number of styles, makes, and materials. If you’ve seen the price tags you probably feel even more “deflated”. But fear not, the perfect dinghy is out there waiting

Sailing around the world solo is one of the greatest challenge you can take on in sailing. Fortunately, there are a few pieces of essential sailing gear that make things easier and a whole lot safer. I caught up with Thom D’Arcy, who is currently half-way through sailing alone around the world, and we chatted

Finding a good pair of boating sunglasses is no easy task. Afterall, the lifestyle takes a toll on a pair of shades. Last year, in my hunt to find a pair of decent sunnies, we went through at least a dozen pairs – crazed lenses, losing those finicky little screws, and then there’s the dreaded