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- Leeward mark quiz untangles right-of-way, mark-room, and exonerationJul 2, 2026
- Why sailors name boats, and why the choice mattersJul 2, 2026
- Miami’s abandoned boats reveal the true cost of ownershipJul 2, 2026
- JPK 1050 turns weight savings into racing advantageJul 2, 2026
- C & T Composites revives Catalina Yachts, plans new American-built modelsJul 2, 2026
- Antigua splits racing and cruising fleets with earlier regatta datesJul 2, 2026
- Qatar suspends boating amid regional tensions and shrapnel strikeJul 2, 2026
- Mechanical advantage explained for sailors using block-and-tackle systemsJul 1, 2026
- A better way to fold paper charts for small sailboatsJul 1, 2026
- Cruising sailor replaces obsolete galley stove with safer, simpler setupJul 1, 2026
- San Juan 24 review shows how to modernize a classic racer-cruiserJul 1, 2026
- Offshore racing lessons, how to prepare for gear failures at seaJul 1, 2026
- How to refloat a waterlogged Ranger 23 at Lake TahoeJul 1, 2026
- Vintage Seafarer sailor rigs temporary diesel tank to keep sailingJul 1, 2026
- Amish homemade cleaner restores dingy white vinyl fendersJul 1, 2026
- DIY tank rebuild maximizes space on a Pearson 28-2Jul 1, 2026
- World Sailing launches offshore hub for rules and safety guidanceJul 1, 2026
- Why the tropics matter to sailors, beyond the chart lineJun 30, 2026
- Norway and Sweden’s skerry coast rewards careful pilotage and route choiceJun 30, 2026
- Scow cruisers reshape sailing design with speed and spaceJun 30, 2026
- How to choose a berth that makes sailing easierJun 30, 2026
- Arco Marine Zeus Omega simplifies alternator charging for big battery banksJun 30, 2026
- Garmin adds real-time polar performance to sailing chartplottersJun 30, 2026
- TowBoatUS opens Falmouth port, expanding Cape Cod rescue coverageJun 30, 2026
- How to service a Harken winch for smoother, longer-lasting performanceJun 29, 2026
- Ship Repair USA 2026 focuses on practical retrofit and maintenance solutionsJun 29, 2026
- Spring refit checklist: update marine electronics, calibrate sensors, check autopilotJun 29, 2026
- Lalizas signal day diamond explains motorsailing COLREGS complianceJun 29, 2026
- How to choose the right halyard line for your sailing styleJun 28, 2026
- Why polyethylene sailboat hulls need plastic welding, not epoxyJun 28, 2026
- Cabinet latches that stay shut in rough seasJun 27, 2026
- How to inspect sailboat chainplates before costly rigging failureJun 27, 2026
- West Marine guide says size alternators to battery banks firstJun 27, 2026
- Why OEM marine parts matter more than the cheapest substituteJun 27, 2026
- How to streamline boat maintenance with color-coded toolsJun 27, 2026
- 3 marine circuit breakers that protect DIY boat wiring from firesJun 27, 2026
- Arch-mounted solar panels keep sailboat decks clear and charging strongJun 26, 2026
- Best wind instruments for sailboats, from Windex to custom kitsJun 26, 2026
- Quick heating element replacement restores marine hot water systemsJun 26, 2026
- Best electric anchor winches for faster, safer anchoring on small boatsJun 26, 2026
- Best bus bars for clean, safe marine electrical systemsJun 26, 2026
- Best cable steering kits for smoother hands-free boat controlJun 26, 2026
- Best wiring harnesses for boats and classic car restorationsJun 26, 2026
- Harken 29mm double block guide explains load path and deck layoutJun 25, 2026
- Rocna anchor guide helps sailors choose the right size and finishJun 25, 2026
- Wichard wire rope grip targets aging rigging on classic sailboatsJun 25, 2026
- Why a breathable mainsail cover protects small-boat sailsJun 25, 2026
- Raymarine T909 compass transducer sharpens heading data for sailing systemsJun 25, 2026
- Lewmar HTX upstand block targets smoother cruising deck line routingJun 25, 2026
- BoatUS removes four abandoned vessels from Sneads Ferry waterwaysJun 25, 2026
- DIY furler overhaul saves Beneteau Oceanis 381 owner £500Jun 24, 2026
- How a short-cut near La Longue tower left a yacht agroundJun 24, 2026
- Recycling derelict boats in the Pacific Northwest costs thousandsJun 24, 2026
- How to spot joker valve failure in a boat toiletJun 24, 2026
- Southampton boat show expands wooden boat stage for 2026Jun 24, 2026
- BoatUS shares tips for easier hard-to-reach boat repairsJun 24, 2026
- Orca appoints Knut Frostad to drive navigation platform growthJun 23, 2026
- How to tow an inflatable tender without losing it at seaJun 23, 2026
- Light-air sailing, better decisions when wind is softJun 23, 2026
- DIY yacht bottom painting series covers primer, antifouling and osmosis preventionJun 22, 2026
- How one cruiser cast homemade deck prisms to solve leaksJun 22, 2026
- Boom vang basics: control sail twist and improve trimJun 22, 2026
- Simple anchor float helps track and recover a fouled anchorJun 22, 2026
- Easy-store winter frame makes boat covers simple to stashJun 22, 2026
- Build an inexpensive whisker pole from a paint-roller poleJun 21, 2026
- Practical Sailor says used C&C 40 still offers strong valueJun 21, 2026
- How to install a hatch without damaging a cored deckJun 21, 2026
- Easy removable cockpit lights for sailors without rewiringJun 21, 2026
- DIY cockpit cushions that stay put and keep crews saferJun 21, 2026
- When an old sailboat is the smarter DIY buyJun 21, 2026
- How an O’Day 23 became a livable cruising boatJun 21, 2026
- Northland warns bargain boat buyers of costly DIY restoration trapsJun 20, 2026
- Spring fiberglass repair checklist helps catch boat damage earlyJun 20, 2026
- How to handle a prop wrap safely at seaJun 20, 2026
- the hidden hole below the waterline, and how to seal itJun 20, 2026
- Boat circuit breakers, how to spot wiring faults earlyJun 20, 2026
- Simple lumber restores a tired companionway hatch on a Balboa 20Jun 19, 2026
- How to re-seize mainsail slides before offshore failureJun 19, 2026
- Nail polish trick helps Max-Prop zinc stay put longerJun 19, 2026
- How to replace Catalina 22 standing rigging without overspendingJun 19, 2026
- How to stop anchor chain twist before it jams the windlassJun 19, 2026
- Tiny lighting upgrade turns into a puzzling wiring job aboard MaruskaJun 19, 2026
- How to keep a sailing yacht ready after months ashoreJun 18, 2026
- Man-overboard drills, why sailing crews must practice both recovery methodsJun 18, 2026
- Why pilotage is the hardest, most rewarding sailing skillJun 17, 2026
- Boatbuilder launches free app to make sailing feel accessibleJun 17, 2026
- Helly Hansen buoyancy aids recalled after manufacturing safety failureJun 17, 2026
- DIY dinghy cover extends inflatable life and shields it from weatherJun 16, 2026
- Why the Pearson Rhodes 41 still survives survey todayJun 16, 2026
- Contessa 26 turns 60, why this DIY cruiser-racer still mattersJun 15, 2026
- Engine failure leaves Quest drifting toward Lavan Sands off BeaumarisJun 15, 2026
- Why epoxy sheathing beats canvas on aging plywood decksJun 15, 2026
- Budget-minded sailor rescues 1968 Morgan 24 for a full refitJun 14, 2026
- Rocking the Boat turns Bronx teens into boatbuilders and sailorsJun 14, 2026
- Fold-away companionway seat adds comfort to a Catalina 25Jun 14, 2026
- NextFour’s Q smart marine system simplifies helm navigationJun 13, 2026
- DIY mast boot fix tackles stubborn sailboat deck leaksJun 13, 2026
- Stuck seacock on Columbia 10.7 highlights hidden through-hull risksJun 13, 2026
- How to raise a mast safely with minimal helpJun 13, 2026
- Old socks protect turnbuckles and finish during mast removalJun 13, 2026
- Ben Zartman's poor man's vacuum bag simplifies fiberglass boat partsJun 13, 2026
- ABYC opens June marine electrical certification for serious DIY sailorsJun 13, 2026
- Chesapeake Bay bottom-paint test shows top antifouling performersJun 12, 2026
- How to heat a sailboat without shorepower in winterJun 12, 2026
- A small rudder leak led to a major repair on an old boatJun 12, 2026
- Why sailors still rely on hand-bearing compasses at seaJun 12, 2026
- How to understand the gaff rig, a classic sailboat setupJun 12, 2026
- Andrew Bedwell rescued off Newfoundland during Atlantic crossing attemptJun 11, 2026
- Jester Challenge marks 20 years of low-budget solo seamanshipJun 11, 2026
- West Marine guide helps boat owners choose antifouling paintJun 10, 2026
- West Marine guide weighs electric and hybrid power for boatsJun 10, 2026
- West Marine winterization guide helps protect inboard engines from freeze damageJun 10, 2026
- How to service sailboat winches before they seize upJun 10, 2026
- West Marine says new boat owners should prioritize dock lines, fenders and a boat hookJun 10, 2026
- West Marine guide helps boaters choose the right life jacketJun 10, 2026
- West Marine guide says vapor detectors are essential boat safety gearJun 10, 2026
- Masthead rig tweaks could help a Hunter 19 Europa match SquibsJun 9, 2026
- Energy-recovery watermakers, are they worth it for solar cruisers?Jun 9, 2026
- Budget catamaran build in Brittany becomes a community classroomJun 9, 2026
- Narrower hurricane cone still leaves sailors exposed to dangerJun 9, 2026
- Old bath becomes mould for Corribee 21 doghouse buildJun 9, 2026
- Nobeltec TZ iBoat 4 arrives on Android with rebuilt navigation toolsJun 9, 2026
- Panbo begins testing Safiery solid-state battery for cruising boatsJun 9, 2026
- DIY repower swaps Volvo diesel for Beta 20 saildriveJun 8, 2026
- Harbor 20 class opens strategy and tactics seminar for all sailorsJun 7, 2026
- Odd Life Crafting installs bowsprit, anchor roller and windlass foundationJun 7, 2026
- 2026 Annapolis to Bermuda race launches East Coast bluewater challengeJun 7, 2026
- Newport Jubilee blends tall ships, racing yachts and fireworksJun 7, 2026
- RAN Sailing tackles the critical deckhouse roof on its 52-foot buildJun 7, 2026
- Yabá’s wooden boat reaches final checks before launchJun 7, 2026
- Refitting a Stevens 47 saloon table with patina copper and epoxyJun 6, 2026
- How one owner made an Ericson 27 truly trailerableJun 6, 2026
- Cunningham use explained, trim your mainsail for changing windJun 6, 2026
- A neat way to secure reefing outhaul tails after reefingJun 6, 2026
- Older sailor rigs boathook support for easier bottom prepJun 6, 2026
- Broken Capri mast sparks warnings about Catalina 22 spar swapJun 5, 2026
- BenDoesSailing weighs solar charging for 48-volt propulsion and 12-volt house banksJun 5, 2026
- Dyneema rigging can replace wire, shackles, and boat hardwareJun 5, 2026
- Harken helps sailor repair seized genoa car with replaceable partsJun 5, 2026
- Forestay failure prompts Profurl C290 upgrade on Tartan 33Jun 5, 2026
- Chainplate failure on Albin Cumulus leads to stronger rig redesignJun 4, 2026
- Hanse 301 owner relocates diesel fuel filter for easier maintenanceJun 4, 2026
- Simple companionway cover keeps cabins dry and privateJun 4, 2026
- Why sailing checklists prevent costly mistakes under pressureJun 4, 2026
- Offshore passage turns medical emergency as sailor needs helicopter rescueJun 4, 2026
- Build a waterproof windlass pendant switch for easier anchor handlingJun 3, 2026
- When replacing aging rigging, think swageless terminal fittingsJun 3, 2026
- Proper fogging helps sailboat outboards start cleanly after storageJun 3, 2026
- Breathable PVC turnbuckle cover stops snags and corrosionJun 3, 2026
- 5 practical fiberglass-boat tools that prevent costly hull damageJun 2, 2026
- MacGregor 26M owner asks hull thickness before remounting fuel filterJun 2, 2026
- How EVA foam deck flooring improves grip, comfort, and durabilityJun 2, 2026
- Best sealers for aluminum boats stop leaks and corrosionJun 2, 2026
- Proper seacock installation can prevent a sinking disasterJun 1, 2026
- How to restore a worn Albin Ballad rudder for precise steeringJun 1, 2026
- Old-school backups still matter when boat electronics failJun 1, 2026
- how to wire a 1/2/B battery switch safely on boatsJun 1, 2026
- Gary Jobson blends forecasts and seamanship for safer sailingJun 1, 2026
- How one loose GPS cable restored a chartplotter at seaJun 1, 2026
- Why ferrules stop corroding, loose wire ends on boatsJun 1, 2026
- How to choose the right marine pro for your boat repairsMay 31, 2026
- New recycled sailcloth aims to cut sailing’s plastic wasteMay 30, 2026
- Solent sailors face climate tradeoffs as sea levels rise rapidlyMay 30, 2026
- What to do when AIS fails in a busy shipping laneMay 30, 2026
- Jeanneau Attalia crew use tides and seamanship on London to Amsterdam passageMay 29, 2026
- TowBoatUS opens Tims Ford Lake port for local boaters and anglersMay 29, 2026
- World Sailing revives Steering the Course to grow women’s sailingMay 29, 2026
- Orca adds live weather, tides and currents to its navigation chartsMay 29, 2026
- Mediterranean cruiser guide, choosing a used yacht for comfort and easeMay 29, 2026
- BoatUS opens TowBoatUS Leech Lake as Minnesota boating season startsMay 29, 2026
- wifi gateways let sailors use phones for navigation on a budgetMay 29, 2026
- BoatUS Foundation adds free boating safety course in 15 statesMay 29, 2026
- TowBoatUS opens two new ports in Maine’s Casco BayMay 29, 2026
- Practical Sailor reviews the rugged, refit-friendly Cabot 36 cutterMay 28, 2026
- Automatic fire suppression can help, but wiring still matters aboard boatsMay 28, 2026
- Fouled propeller turns saildrive failure into a rescue towMay 27, 2026
- Diesel runaway on Avocet shows why sailors must know their enginesMay 27, 2026
- How a better anchor snubber tames shock loads at anchorMay 27, 2026
- Wireless engine cut-off systems add man-overboard tracking for sailorsMay 27, 2026
- Loose spreader roots can lead to dismasting, says rigging expertMay 26, 2026
- Ha’Penny 20 shows why a tiny junk-rigged cruiser can cross oceansMay 26, 2026
- How to repair worn nonskid and restore safer decksMay 26, 2026
- How IRC rating and sail choice unlock speed on existing boatsMay 26, 2026
- Start simple, upgrade boat electronics without overcomplicating the installMay 26, 2026
- Scrap steel boarding arm makes kayak access easier on cruising boatsMay 25, 2026
- How to spot hidden corrosion in stainless sailboat hardwareMay 25, 2026
- boatyard chemicals can bite back, Practical Sailor warns sailorsMay 24, 2026
- Chemical Guys urges marine-safe boat detailing to prevent costly damageMay 24, 2026
- Underwater epoxy tested for emergency sailboat leak repairsMay 24, 2026
- Make your own stack pack for easier sail handlingMay 24, 2026
- Is a free sailboat really a bargain, or a money pit?May 23, 2026
- Unreliable masthead light forces costly replacement and mast climbMay 23, 2026
- Turbo trouble sparks safety upgrades across the boatMay 23, 2026
- Why spring lines make docking safer and easierMay 23, 2026
- West Marine files Chapter 11, says stores and online sales continueMay 22, 2026
- Rigging Shoppe plans hands-on safety day for pre-season gear checksMay 22, 2026
- Boating safety courses beat dockside improvisation, BoatTEST saysMay 22, 2026
- Argo Navigation adds Waypoints for flexible boat trip planningMay 22, 2026
- modern marine electronics turn older boats into connected command centersMay 22, 2026
- Fresh water flushing helps small outboards last for decadesMay 21, 2026