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John Stone has been sailing since he was 12 years old. He raced dinghies and MORC as a teenager in southwest Florida and nourished his love of sailing throughout a 26 year career in the Marine Corps. When not voyaging on his Cape Dory 36, Far Reach, he and his wife Gayle live in North Carolina. You can follow his voyages and boat projects, including a complete refit of Far Reach, at www.farreachvoyages.com.
Boat Maintenance

Painting a New Bootstripe Like a Pro

Boat Maintenance

New Seacocks for the Offshore Sailor

Safety & Seamanship

Hard Lessons from Hurricane Florence

Boat Maintenance

The Scraper-only Approach to Bottom Paint Removal

DIY Projects

Install a Standalone Sounder Without Drilling

Sails, Rigging & Deck Gear

The Super-compact Sailboat Dodger

Diesel Engines

Marine Diesel Repower Part 3: Sea Trial

Diesel Engines

Diesel Repower From Scratch Part II

Diesel Engines

Diesel Repower From Scratch Pt. 1

DIY Projects

Rebuilding a Cape Dory 36 Part V

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