Storm Prep – Tip #4
Despite the fact that modern forecasting methods are far from perfect, a large storm almost always is tracked with enough precision to let you...
Storm Prep – Tip #5
Anchored OutBoatowners who have the option of moving their boats to protected water before a hurricane strikes should consider rivers, canals, or backwater creeks...
Storm Trysail – Tip #1
A storm trysail rarely gets the close look it deserves. Designed to replace the mainsail in a severe storm, it spends most of its...
Survival Electronics – Tip #1
Anyone putting blind faith in their 406 EPIRB should consider two recent incidents in which registration numbers were somehow incorrectly added to the United...
Survival Electronics – Tip #2
Without question, a 406 EPIRB should be the mainstay of your distress signaling game plan. Its a tried and proven system with worldwide coverage,...
Survival Electronics – Tip #3
Nearly all new EPIRBs feature an internal GPS receiver, a big advantage in an emergency. Once satellites are acquired, these units will send a...
Teak – Tip #1 (Snippet cut – Tip Too Long to Save)
Teak: A Little Effort Goes a Long WayProbably nothing can make or break the appearance of a fiberglass boat more quickly than the appearance...
Teak – Tip #2
Teak: A Little Effort Goes a Long WayProbably nothing can make or break the appearance of a fiberglass boat more quickly than the appearance...
Varnish – Tip #1
Bubbles are one the banes of the varnishers existence. If they break while the varnish is still wet enough, they cause no problems, but...
Varnish – Tip #2
When choosing a wood finish, knowing the pros and cons of each finish type is helpful. One- and two-part varnishes are clear, hard coatings...
The No Expense Spared Antigua 60 Cruising Sailboat Soolaimon
Join us for a boat tour of the gorgeous Antigua 60 cruising sailboat Soolaimon. She boasts electric winches, a mighty Lofrans electric windlass, and...
