WakeSpeed WS500—Best Alternator Regulator for Lead Acid¹ and Lithium Batteries
Reading Time: 10 minutesThe WS500 alternator regulator was a great option for cruisers a year ago. It’s even better now. Here’s why.
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Cruising Sailboat Standing Rigging Inspection
Reading Time: 12 minutesInspection tips and recommended replacement cycles for offshore cruising boat standing rigging, hydraulics, and vangs.
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Report on Rod (RC) Collins
Reading Time: 3 minutesThere are few people who have done more for us cruisers than Rod Collins of Marine How To. John reports on his recovery from a stroke.
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Cruising Sailboat Spar Inspection
Reading Time: 11 minutesDismastings are dangerous voyage enders for cruising boats. Doing this inspection of spars, steps and chainplates will reduce the risk substantially.
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Adventure 40—Introduction to the Specification
Reading Time: 7 minutesWith a team in place and a designer chosen for the Adventure 40, it’s now time to share and discuss the detailed specification.
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Happy Holidays From Phyllis & John
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the midst of a difficult time for all of us, here are some positive thoughts.
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Going Alongside (Docking)—12 More Tips and Tricks
Reading Time: 10 minutesSimple tips and hacks that will make getting alongside easier, even in current.
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John Goes Sailboat Racing and Learns Stuff
Reading Time: 6 minutesJohn went racing on a big Swan and learned a lot about asymmetrical spinnakers, accompanied by a big piece of humble pie.
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Protecting Our Boat’s Underwater Metals From Corrosion
Reading Time: 7 minutesA relatively inexpensive testing rig that every boat owner should have and use regularly.
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Designer Chosen For The Adventure 40
Reading Time: 4 minutesJohn shares his excitement about the naval architect selected to design the Adventure 40.
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Going Alongside (Docking) in Current—Backing In
Reading Time: 9 minutesBacking our boats into a confined space is difficult enough normally, but what if we need to do this with current and wind? John explores how to, and when not to.
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Details Matter—Engine Failure at Sea
Reading Time: 5 minutesIt’s easy to spend big money on our boats but still miss little details that will have big consequences once we go to sea.
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Going Alongside (Docking) in Current—Turning in Confined Spaces
Reading Time: 9 minutesBringing a boat alongside with current flowing can be demanding, but what if we have to turn around, too? Here’s how.
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John’s Thoughts and Photos, November 2021
Reading Time: 6 minutesJohn’s thinking about anchors (again), some great books to read, a tragedy, and boat design, as well as an attainable adventure.
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Going Alongside (Docking) in Current—Fundamentals
Reading Time: 11 minutesThere are few greater challenges in cruising than coming alongside in current, particularly if it’s blowing. Here is a step-by-step way to dock in current.
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