Don’t Be Fooled by Warmer Air Temps
As air temperatures in the northern hemisphere warm enough for sailors to start spending time on the water, boating safety experts are reminding sailors...
Sailboat Steering System Check-up
We've addressed the importance of emergency tillers (see The Hunt is on for a Quality, Well-placed Emergency Tiller, PS November 2008). And we've looked...
Simple Tips for Maintaining Stainless Steel
Moisture with little or no oxygen invites rust. Salt, which helps to hold moisture, is a catalyst for the process. This is why rust...
Bilge Pump Installation and Maintenance Tips
The best bilge pump in the world wont keep your boat dry if its not properly installed and maintained. While bilge pump installations are...
Advice on Buying a Pre-Owned Anchor
In the upcoming March 2021 issue of Practical Sailor, we take a closer look at the Australian-made SARCA Excel anchor, one of many quick-setting...
Sailboat Stability Uncensored
At its most basic level, my goal as a sailor is pretty simple: keep my neck above water. Speed, comfort, progress toward a destination...
Sailboat Rig Inspection Tips
Wandering among the boats stored for winter on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, many with their masts removed and in storage, I'm reminded of how easy...
Build Your Own Boot Dryer
Now, more than just about any time in my life, have I found sailing to be essential to maintaining a healthy body and happy...
Avoiding Kinks in Flexible Hose Plumbing
When plumbing a boat's pressure water system, flexible tubing is inevitably part of the equation. It is simple to install, and the hose, connecting...
Finding the Right Mix of Antifreeze
As the winter chill settles in over the northern states, the boat winterizing process is in full swing. If you are about to winterize...
What Is The Best Folding Bike For Your Sailboat?
This week we explore what the best folding bike is to keep on your sailboat and compare the time honored Dahon Folding Bike with...
