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Roland Stockham got his start sailing Olympic-class 470s and Finns in his native England. He started his journey as a voyager crewing for yacht owners sailing to Europe because he was handy at diesel repair. His first cruising boat was a 26-ft. Folkboat with no engine. He lives in British Columbia and sails a 35-ft. Colin Archer design. He is a Royal Yachting Association certified Yacht Master and is qualified to make trans-oceanic deliveries.
During an Atlantic crossing in 2015, Super Storm Sandy hit us about two days out from Tenerife and lasted almost a month with winds between 30 and 40 knots plus big seas. (Photo/ Roland Stockham)
Safety & Seamanship

Responding to Emergencies: A Skipper’s Guide for Staying Calm

A helpful view of the jackline leading around the dodger to a hard point on top of the coach roof, and from there forward to the base of the mast.
Safety & Seamanship

Another Look at Fitting Jacklines

Boat Maintenance

Hidden Maintenance Problems: Part 3 – Gremlins in the Electrics

When water seeps into a balsa wood core, it eventually rots and needs to be replaced. Photo courtesy of Epoxyworks.com
Boat Maintenance

Seepage or Flooding? How To Keep Water Out of the Boat

The top stanchion was treated with stainless steel cleaner Citrisurf 77, while the bottom part is untreated and is rusting.
Boat Maintenance

The Hidden Maintenance Problems That Can Ruin Your Day: Part 1

Autopilots

Preparing Yourself for Solo Sailing

Personal Gear & Apparel

How to Select Crew for a Passage or Delivery

Lifejackets Harnesses

Preparing A Boat to Sail Solo

Marine Electronics

The Importance of Sea State in Weather Planning

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