Sail

As a Pacific Northwest boater, I’ve always made it a priority to wear a lifejacket and avoid falling in, but I’ve never spent much time thinking about what I would …

  The 30hp marinized Kubota engine on our 1979 Dufour 35 had always run a bit hot.  The previous owner told us it was happiest at 190°F and 1800 RPM, …

HOW TO REMOVE A RUSTED OR FROZEN SCREW If a rusted screw has ever brought your boat project to a grinding halt, you’re going to love this little trick for …

OFFSHORE SAILING SCHOOLS – A FAST TRACK TO GETTING OFFSHORE EXPERIENCE Considering the time and cost to outfit a bluewater boat, an offshore sailing class may be the quickest and …

You say you love sailing, but… To the outside observer, sailors must appear to have a real masochistic bent. We terrorize dinner party guests with tales of harrowing sea conditions; …

For as long as humans have been going to sea, they’ve been bringing their furry companions with them. Parrots, cats, and dogs have long been valued crew members. For example, …

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 9 km dirt road in …

How to anchor a boat like a pro – the ultimate guide with easy to follow diagrams Anchoring a boat can be intimidating, but with the right anchor and some …

You’re perusing the chandlery looking for a gallon of boat bottom paint (a.k.a antifouling paint). You just want to get in, get out, and get on with painting your boat. …

Find great deals on used boat parts at boat salvage yards, marine consignment stores, and online If prices for new boat parts make you cringe, you can buy used boat …