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Adventure 40 Rudder and Steering Gear

March 12, 2022March 11, 2022 by John Harries

The Adventure 40 specification for the rudder and steering gear, as well the self steering the boat will be equipped with as standard.

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A Simple, Efficient and Inexpensive¹ 12 or 24 Volt DC Electrical System

March 4, 2022 by John Harries

Most production cruising boats are fitted with inadequate DC electrical systems. Let’s fix that.

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Cruising Sailboat Running Rigging Inspection

May 5, 2022February 26, 2022 by John Harries

Inspection, repair tips and replacement cycles for offshore cruising boat running rigging.

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Adventure 40 Dimensions and Hull

May 21, 2022February 13, 2022 by John Harries

The true size of the Adventure 40, her sailing capabilities and the type of cruising she is for, as well as information on the hull and deck construction.

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12 Cruising Boat Maintenance Tips

February 6, 2022 by John Harries

Tips and hacks that will be useful no matter what part of an offshore cruising boat we are maintaining.

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WakeSpeed WS500—Best Alternator Regulator for Lead Acid¹ and Lithium Batteries

February 2, 2022January 30, 2022 by John Harries

The 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

May 2, 2022January 23, 2022 by John Harries

Inspection tips and recommended replacement cycles for offshore cruising boat standing rigging, hydraulics, and vangs.

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Cruising Sailboat Spar Inspection

February 17, 2022January 16, 2022 by John Harries

Dismastings 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

March 10, 2022January 10, 2022 by John Harries

With 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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Test Sail and Review of The Boréal 47.2

December 28, 2021 by Colin Speedie

Colin sails the newest model from Boréal, builders of ocean-going cruising sailing yachts.

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Going Alongside (Docking)—12 More Tips and Tricks

March 11, 2022December 20, 2021 by John Harries

Simple tips and hacks that will make getting alongside easier, even in current.

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John Goes Sailboat Racing and Learns Stuff

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 by John Harries

John 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

December 6, 2021December 5, 2021 by John Harries

A relatively inexpensive testing rig that every boat owner should have and use regularly.

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Going Alongside (Docking) in Current—Backing In

November 26, 2021November 23, 2021 by John Harries

Backing 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

November 17, 2021 by John Harries

It’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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