Sails, Rigging & Deck Gear

Fiddle Blocks: 8 Brand Exam

Fiddle rails are pieces of wood to keep the dishes on the table. A fiddler’s green is a sailor’s paradise of dance halls, bars...

Anchor Reset Tests

When a sailor hooks his beloved boat to good, old Mother Earth, he hopes his anchor will stay put—for lunch, for a good night’s...

Topclimber: Going Aloft Solo

Figuring the best way to get to the masthead is one of those conundrums seldom resolved. If you’re one of the rare sailors who...

Lifeline Stanchions: New Aluminum Matella Is Super Strong

Long ago, aboard sailing ships trapped in the doldrums, the crew rigged long, vertical poles to support awnings. The awnings were needed to keep...

Offshore Log:A Close Call with Underwater Corrosion

For years, we have harangued sailors about the need to do a careful survey of all underwater hardware every time the boat is hauled....

Offshore Log:Life with the Profurl

Our headsail reefing system, anchored by a Profurl C42 furler, has had its share of teething problems, most of which are associated with our...

Offshore Log:A Close Call with Underwater Corrosion

For years, we have harangued sailors about the need to do a careful survey of all underwater hardware every time the boat is hauled....

Offshore Log:Life with the Profurl

Our headsail reefing system, anchored by a Profurl C42 furler, has had its share of teething problems, most of which are associated with our...

Lasdrop and PYI Outscore Four Other Dripless Shaft Seal Makers

Where the shaft is what is pushed through a hole in a boat to turn a propeller, the shaft seal is what is placed...

Lasdrop and PYI Outscore Four Other Dripless Shaft Seal Makers

Where the shaft is what is pushed through a hole in a boat to turn a propeller, the shaft seal is what is placed...

Bavaria C42: What You Should Know | Boat Tour

Looking to buy a 40-45 foot sailboat? Considering a Bavaria C42? See a Bavaria 42 for sale? What are the pros and cons of...