Drysuit vs. Survival Suit for Offshore Sailing
With record warm weather settling over the Chesapeake earlier this week, the temptation to get out on the water is great, but it's important...
Capt. Henry Marx Memorial Safety at Sea Seminar
Get a great overview of the essentials of safety at sea during the day-long Capt. Henry Marx Memorial Safety at Sea Seminar in Hampton...
Beware of ‘Tankless’ LPG Water Heaters
The availability of relatively inexpensive tankless LPG hot water heaters has apparently convinced some owners of older boats (and some newer ones) that going...
Welcome to the new Practical Sailor website! New passwords required.
We’re pleased to present to you Practical Sailor’s brand-new website. On the site, you’ll find our sailing gear, equipment and boat reviews from 1998...
Boat Insurance Shopping Tips
If you're in the used boat market, late fall usually offers a good opportunity for buyers. Owners in snow-bound states face haulout and storage...
Pro Tips to Hauling Out
Every skipper should go through a "what-if" scenario when considering a specific place to haul. These "what-ifs" include the potential impact of gale or...
Homemade Mildew Preventers That Really Work
If you're getting ready to store your boat in a wet or humid location and don't want to lose the battle with mildew, then...
In Search of the Magic Spray
Ah, the magic spray. The one that loosens bolts, stop squeaks, and bolts the door against corrosion. Every sailor has their favorite brand miracle...
Bracing for Cold and Wet Sailing
Although our office is snugly situated on Floridas southwest coast, the challenges of winter and three- or even four-season sailing are never far from...
Caring for Encapsulated Ballast Keels
If your boat has an encapsulated iron keel, don't get lulled into believing that you are completely free of keel worries. Although you are...
Universal Diesel Engines – What You Should Know
This week we take a look at the Universal Diesel Sailboat Engine and its history including the Atomic 4 sailboat engine followed by the...
