Boat maintenance & DIY

Leaking hatches are a common issue on boats, especially in the late fall and early winter. Everyone who owns an older boat for any period …

Regular sail cleaning will help maintain the longevity of your sails and keep them looking their best, but be warned! Use the wrong product or …

The one thing we wished we had read before we left on our Pacific crossing was an account of what the most common sailboat problems …

Our review of Boat Electrics 101, a new online course, co-developed by marine electrics expert, Nigel Calder. When we bought our 1970s-era sailboat, the boat …

These easy DIY boat cleaners only cost a few cents to make. Homemade boat cleaners are more affordable, more environmentally friendly, and work just as …

  The 30hp marinized Kubota engine on our 1979 Dufour 35 had always run a bit hot.  The previous owner told us it was happiest …

Tips for managing water consumption on a boat Nothing makes you appreciate your fresh water supply like lugging three 7 gallon water jugs down a …

Learning how to build a boat might not be as hard as you think For many, learning how to build a boat is a lifelong …

Each spring and fall we embark on our boat DIY projects, brimming with enthusiasm (how hard could it be to rebed a couple of leaky …

Looking to give an old boat new life? Repainting the decks with non skid deck paint is a quick, easy, and inexpensive way to dramatically improve …