Lithium Batteries for Small Boats: Troubleshooting
In “Lithium Batteries for Small Boats” we looked at some of the less frequently discussed differences between lead acid and LiFePO4 batteries. In “Lithium...
Six Best Homemade Boat Maintenance Tools
OSHA has a thing against homemade tools. While a shortened extension on a paint roller won’t give them heartburn, modified power tools and attachments...
Lagoon 380 Used Boat Review
With over 35 years of bareboat chartering experience, I can honestly say, without any reservations, that when you’re more than one couple, a catamaran...
Lithium Batteries for Small Boats: Install Guide
This article focuses on sailboat LiFePO4 battery installations and the equipment and wiring changes we need to make to the electrical system in order...
Lithium Batteries for Small Boats
We are now all familiar with the primary advantages (life expectancy, weight, usable capacity etc.) of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePo4) batteries. What is absent,...
Five Best Specialty Tools
In fact our list is much, much longer than this, so we picked five specialty tools that we thought would help most sailors for...
Adding a Dive Compressor to Your Boat
Cruising gives you the freedom to go to both popular places and remote, out-of-the-way locations. If you have scuba equipment on your boat, the...
Charter Boat Ownership Programs Explained: A Simple Financial Overview
The dream of owning a yacht appeals to many sailing enthusiasts, but the financial realities can make this dream seem out of reach or...
Vakaros Atlas 2 Sailing Instrument: Profile
The Vakaros Atlas 2 sailing instrument is making waves in the sailing community. It bridges the gap between high-performance racing technology and practical cruising...
Bluewater Planning: The Right Crew
Each crewmember doesn't have to be an RYA Yacht-master or 6-Pack captain—I have sailed across an ocean with a complete novice. My wife was...