March 2003
PS Advisor: 03/03
Helpful Refrigeration-Free Food Ideas for Your Next Sailboat Outing
Subscribers Only A lot of people can't imagine cruising without refrigeration, but in fact it was done successfully from the beginning of boats until about 20 years ago—and we're much better equipped to manage it today.
Teak Treatment All-Stars Grudge Match
Subscribers Only Here's the kick-off of a long-term 'test of the best'—products that have come out at the tops of their types, now pitted against each other.
Cal 35
Subscribers Only The more moderate younger sister of the giant-killing Cal 40 proves a balanced, capable cruiser. Essential structures are reported to be very strong, while reviews of the interior finish are mixed.
Small Four-Stroke Outboards
Subscribers Only Today's small four-stroke engine is still heavier than its two-stroke cousin, but at least prices have come down across the board. Consider this field if you need dinghy power or main propulsion.
Offshore Log: Kiwi Spars, Hatches, and Pumps
Subscribers Only From the most traditional polished metal galley pumps to the latest carbon fiber tech, New Zealand has a good grip on the marine gear marketplace. Nick Nicholson continues his series.
Compact Binoculars
Subscribers Only For onboard back-ups and excursions ashore, a set of good compact binox are almost required. Nikon fielded a strong team—their Mountaineers are a Best Buy. But the race is also to the Swift.
Mailport: 03/03
Not Your Mom's Kitchen
Inside Practical Sailor Blog
San Fran 'Stand-down' = Government Meddling?
by Darrell Nicholson on May 15, 2012
The Coast Guard’s request late last month that sailors “stand-down” and suspend any offshore racing outside San Francisco Bay in the wake of last month’s tragedy in the San Francisco Yacht Club’s Farallones Race rankled more than a few Bay area sailors. The response was not surprising. Critics decried the move as draconian, driven by overzealous safety mavens, an example virulent government intrusion, trampling of personal freedoms, etc. etc. etc. It is a…
