Sailing DIY

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 ...

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 ...

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WoodenBoat School 2026 Course Catalogue: Hands-On Boatbuilding, Systems, Seamanship

WoodenBoat School is offering a 2026 course catalogue of hands-on boatbuilding, systems, and seamanship courses to help ...

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...

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...

RYA appoints new sport and corporate directors after departures

RYA announced leadership changes on 16 January 2026, appointing Nick Scott and James Stuart to new director roles. The m...

DIY Boat Audio Guide: Waterproof Speakers, 12+ Hour Battery, Mounts

A practical do-it-yourself guide helps boat owners choose waterproof speakers, long-life batteries and secure mounts for...

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...

Week in Review: Cruisers' Guide to Transatlantic Racing, Refit and Safety

What you'll learn: practical updates on RORC transatlantic racing, DIY refit takeaways, and offshore safety essentials f...

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Day 49: Stuck Reefing Hook and Mainsail Tear Prompt Onboard Repairs

The Famous Project crew freed a stuck reefing hook and repaired a tear in the mainsail leech at sea; the temporary fixes...

Build a compact sail repair kit every cruiser should carry

A long-running DIY guide outlines essential tools and stitches for small- to medium-scale sail and canvas repairs. Keep ...

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 ...

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...

Henri-Lloyd relaunches Consort Round the World Race jacket for modern sailors

Henri-Lloyd reissued the Consort Round the World Race jacket with updated fit, performance fabrics and sealed seams. The...

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...

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ORC Ireland explains ORC Club system to Irish sailors

ORC Ireland held an information evening and webinar to demystify the ORC Club handicap system and prompt certificate che...

Disconnect boat batteries now to avoid winter electrical failures

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

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...

How to buy used marine electronics without costly mistakes

A practical checklist helps buyers avoid water damage, corrosion, stolen gear, and orphaned software when shopping for u...

Clear the glass: practical fixes to stop windshield fogging at sea

Fogged windshields are a safety hazard, not just a nuisance. Learn long-term fixes and easy DIY steps to keep your sight...

Saxdor to debut 460 GTC at boot Düsseldorf with expanded support

Saxdor staged its largest boot Düsseldorf presence and premiered the 460 GTC, offering dealers and DIY owners expanded a...

16 independent marine suppliers every DIY sailor should know about

We compiled 16 independent marine suppliers offering niche fittings, specialist tech support, and small-batch repair mat...

Catalina Morgan 440 review highlights DIY access and upgrade needs

A hands-on used-boat review flagged systems, access issues, and owner mods that affect maintenance. This matters for DIY...

Wicklow volunteers pass night assessments to join Shannon lifeboat crew

Two Wicklow RNLI volunteers completed tiered crew assessments during night training; one becomes a full Shannon Class cr...

Sailing Chandlery urges winter hardware audit ahead of spring

Sailing Chandlery urged a winter hardware audit to prevent spring haul-out delays and upgrade worn deck gear for safer, ...

Fast action prevents deck fuel spills from becoming major hazards

Fuel spills on deck are time-critical; immediate ventilation, containment, and proper disposal protect crew and the envi...

Cork boatyard launches youth pathways programme linking sailing and rowing

Meitheal Mara launched the Bádóireacht Pathways Programme on January 12, 2026, to move young people from taster sessions...

Why flat webbing is the sleeper upgrade for small sailboats

Drew Frye highlighted practical uses for flat webbing aboard small and cruising sailboats and outlined DIY sewing and at...

Ribcraft launches PRO 480 Electric for professional small boats

Ribcraft introduced the PRO 480 Electric, a 4.8 m RHIB with a RAD 40 outboard and 21 kWh battery. It delivers real-world...