Cruising Sailboat Rig Inspection —Part 2
Inspection tips and recommended replacement cycles for offshore cruising boat standing rigging, and more.
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Report on Rod (RC) Collins
There 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 Rig Inspection —Part 1
Dismastings are dangerous voyage enders for cruising boats. Doing this inspection will reduce the risk substantially.
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Adventure 40—Introduction to the Specification
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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Cruising Boat Checklists
Keeping a cruising boat safe and reliable, particularly one that will make offshore voyages, is a huge challenge. Checklists help a lot.
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Test Sail and Review of The Boréal 47.2
Colin sails the newest model from Boréal, builders of ocean-going cruising sailing yachts.
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Happy Holidays From Phyllis & John
In 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
Simple tips and hacks that will make getting alongside easier, even in current.
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John Goes Sailboat Racing and Learns Stuff
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
A relatively inexpensive testing rig that every boat owner should have and use regularly.
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Designer Chosen For The Adventure 40
John shares his excitement about the naval architect selected to design the Adventure 40.
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Going Alongside (Docking) in Current—Backing In
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
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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Going Alongside (Docking) in Current—Turning in Confined Spaces
Bringing 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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