Offshore Log:A Dash to New Zealand
Calypso dashes from French Polynesia to Auckland, New Zealand, just in time for the start of the America's Cup trials.
Offshore Log:An All-Purpose Deck Shelter for the Tropics
One characteristic shared by virtually all tropical cruising boats is some form of deck awning. These vary in quality and design from an old...
Offshore Log:A Long Worklist for a Long Stop in New Zealand
In New Zealand at last, Nick Nicholson itemizes a long list of maintenance and repair jobs for Calypso.
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That Slippery Shock CordCan you recommend a knot to be used successfully with shock cord? Marv SannesSalem, OregonShock cord is tough to tie. It...
Safety Harness Tether Test
Part II of the Sailing Foundation's tests of harnesses and tethers finds an astonishing 47% failure rate.
Offshore Log:An All-Purpose Deck Shelter for the Tropics
One characteristic shared by virtually all tropical cruising boats is some form of deck awning. These vary in quality and design from an old...
Offshore Log:A Long Worklist for a Long Stop in New Zealand
In New Zealand at last, Nick Nicholson itemizes a long list of maintenance and repair jobs for Calypso.
Not Quite A Life Raft
Following our three-part series on life rafts, we now briefly examine five inshore rescue platforms from Survival Products, Switlik and Winslow.
Offshore Log: A New Sail Inventory
Calypso dumps her old sails for a new suit from North, and what a difference it makes!
Life Raft Materials, Construction and Servicing
A follow-up to our three-part series evaluates PU, PVC and various rubber fabrics.
FULL TOUR of the MASSIVE Deck Saloon Catalina Morgan 440
Step aboard the Catalina-Morgan 440 for a full walkthrough tour of this capable and comfortable cruising sailboat! In this video, we take you inside...
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Corsair F-24 Used Boat Review
In May 1999 Practical Sailor reviewed the then-new Corsair F-24 Mark II trimaran. Nearly 20 years later, were here to follow up with a focus on the Corsair F-24 Mark I, a boat that can represent a good value today since many newer designs have entered the market.