Sailing DIY

Planning, Scheduling, and Mental Bandwidth for a DIY Boat Refit

Sailing SV Freedom focuses on planning, scheduling and mental bandwidth for DIY refits, stressing that logistics and min...

1906 Wooden Yacht Winter Refit Highlights Traditional Naval Carpentry and Rigging

A 1906 wooden yacht undergoes a winter refit showcasing traditional naval carpentry and rigging. The video helps diy res...

Sail repair kit essentials: compact tools and tapes every cruiser needs

Simple, compact sail repair kits keep cruisers on the water; the right tapes, needles, twine, and a palm let you fix tea...

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ABYC Online Certifications Offer DIY Sailors Industry-Standard Marine Electrical Training

ABYC offers on-demand and live-online marine electrical certifications and short practical courses, giving DIY sailors i...

West System manuals provide essential fiberglass repair guidance for DIY sailors

West System manuals give step-by-step epoxy and fiberglass repair techniques for sailors and refitters. They cover struc...

BoatUS Lifeline Inspection Checklist: DIY Checks, When to Call a Rigger

A thorough lifeline inspection checklist helps owners spot small defects before they compromise the whole system, and sh...

How Cruisers Jury-Rig Rudders, Rigs and Keels During Emergencies

An updated how-to consolidates emergency fixes for rudders, rigs and keels, stressing prevention, specific kit and simpl...

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How to install and seal sailboat deck hardware for lasting performance

Step-by-step instructions explain how to repair and install deck hardware to stop leaks, prevent core rot, and create a ...

BoatBot Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist Every DIY Sailor Should Use

BoatBot’s pre-purchase inspection checklist gives DIY sailors a hands-on, itemized walkthrough to spot maintenance issue...

No-Sew tiller pilot cover keeps autopilots dry and serviceable

A low-cost no-sew sleeve made from recycled dodger vinyl protects tiller-pilot autopilots from water intrusion. It cuts ...

Stable, Simple Sailboat Designs and Recommended Models for Beginners

A buyer’s guide published Jan 30, 2026 laid out what makes a sailboat beginner-friendly and offered practical design and...

Practical Sailor's Guide: Essential Tools, Stitchwork and Patches for Sail Repairs

Practical, hands-on checklist for basic sail repairs and stitchwork, plus when to call a sailmaker; helps cruisers keep ...

Galway Hooker club wins €35,000 to build boatbuilding training centre

Galway Hooker Sailing Club secured €35,000 to establish a permanent Boatbuilding and Training Centre at Galway Docks, pr...

Certified hoses save boats - choose the right marine plumbing lines

Guidance warned that wrong hose materials degrade quickly in saltwater and UV, causing leaks, contamination, or fire ris...

DIY bulkhead replacement: step-by-step tactics for safe interior repairs

A detailed case study lays out how to diagnose rotten bulkheads, remove joinery, template and cut marine plywood, and bo...

Refit specialists assess current state of global refit market

Three refit specialists warned that tightening yard capacity and fleet growth are forcing a shift from ad hoc refits to ...

SailGP Executes Massive In-Season Black Foils F50 Hull Repair, Lessons for Teams

SailGP Technologies is carrying out one of its largest in-season composite repairs after a high-speed Perth collision ba...

Sailrite’s Free How-To Library Covers Canvas, Upholstery and Sail Repair Projects

Sailrite offers a free, detailed how-to library for canvas, upholstery and sail repairs, giving DIY sailors video guides...

Disconnect boat batteries now to avoid winter electrical failures

Disconnecting and maintaining boat batteries prevents sulfation, corrosion, and fried systems during storage. Follow saf...

VETUS launches 22 kW E-LINE motor for repower projects

VETUS introduced a 22 kW electric inboard aimed at DIY refits and small yards. It fits many existing engine foundations ...

Deck Box Removal Reveals Hidden Bulwark Rot, Forces Major Structural Repairs

Deck box removal on a Living For Sail refit revealed hidden bulwark rot, forcing major structural repairs and extended h...

Sea Tow Foundation Accepting 2026 Life Jacket Loaner Applications Through Feb. 28

Sea Tow Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 Life Jacket Loaner Program through Feb. 28; awarded hosts rece...

boot Düsseldorf 2026 Highlights Kit Boats, Rigging Tools and DIY Projects

Boot Düsseldorf 2026 showcased kit boats, rigging tools and hands-on projects that lower the barrier for home boatbuildi...

Practical Field Repairs for Foul-Weather Jackets Using Tape, Adhesives, and Sewing

Practical, hands-on fixes for foul-weather jackets help sailors extend gear life with tape, adhesives, and sewing when p...

ABYC Standards Week shapes DIY boat safety and repair expectations

ABYC's 17th Standards Week is underway in Charleston, updating standards that affect electrical, fuel, hull and fire sys...

Giornale della Vela launches bilingual Boat Improvement Bible on Feb 1, 2026

Giornale della Vela launched a bilingual, multi-part "Improving the boat" special aimed at owners planning new builds or...

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UK, Baltic States Warn Sailors of Growing GNSS and AIS Disruption

UK and 14 coastal states warn mariners of rising GNSS and AIS disruption tied to the Russian Federation and urge immedia...

AC38 Match Dates Set; Sponsors, GB1 Helmsman and Refit Windows

AC38 match confirmed to start 10 July 2027 with finals around 17-18 July; sponsors and GB1 helmsman announced, letting y...

Two simple tools speed impeller swaps and protect pump bores

Two shop-ready tools make on-boat impeller swaps quicker and less risky, saving time and preventing damaged pump bores a...