Sails, Rigging & Deck Gear

Reducing the Nylon Rode Sling-shot Effect

Again we speak heresy! Practical Sailor has published at least four articles explaining why stretchy nylon bridles and snubbers are vital. But if the...

Top-notch Wind Indicators

That fragile plastic wind vane at the masthead looks like a child's toy to a lubber. Its a nautical curiosity perched at the top...

No Drama Anchoring Approach

This months report on tandem anchoring rigs was on my mind as the winds began gusting above 30 knots in the Dry Tortugas. Wed...

Monitor Your Whole Boat From Home On A Mobile App

What if you could monitor your whole boat from home on a mobile app or on your computer? Today, we look at ship monitoring...