An Effective Way to Free your Boat Once You’ve Run Aground
October 5, 2015
“I’ve run aground” are words that justifiably send a shiver down every sailor’s spine. However, the damage you may do to your boat when running aground
“I’ve run aground” are words that justifiably send a shiver down every sailor’s spine. However, the damage you may do to your boat when running aground
A Heat is used up in the process of turning a liquid into a gas; that’s why we feel cooler as our sweat evaporates. B
Considering lifelines play such a critical role in the safety of the crew, I’m constantly amazed at the apparent disregard many boat-owners have for them.
Learn the basics and you too can rewire your boat. Read Nigel Calder’s story in SAIL Magazine’s October issue Download the Printable Version Here
A. Watertight compartments can create enough buoyancy to keep a holed boat afloat. B. Divers’ lifting bags, or inflation units specially made by RIB re-tubing
You’re watching the weather, you see the announcement and your heart sinks—your boat is in the path of an oncoming hurricane. What do you do?
When the boat’s cabin gets uncomfortably warm beneath the tropical sun, rigging a large deck awning is like parking in the shade all day—the temperature
As with many older boats, our project Norlin 34 has no cleats amidships for spring lines. I’ve often felt the lack of them when coming
In today’s cruising world, communications are an important element of getting mission-critical information onto your boat and for keeping in touch with friends, family and
Practice and master an Man Overboard drill so you can get back to and retrieve your crewmate quickly and efficiently
Nominations are open for the Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award.
Night sailing is a skill all of its own, and there’s a magic you miss out on if you only venture out during the day.
An overnight gale stirs up trouble for one trailer sailer.
Registration open in just a few months
The results are in: A jury of industry experts at Metstrade have made their selections for the best tech on the market this year.
Sailors from over 30 nations came together yesterday in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, at the opening ceremony of the 40th Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC),
Designed for long range cruising, the Oceanis 47 and her sister ship the Oceanis 52, balance performance, comfort, and innovation based on customer feedback and
Don’t clutter out all the rain Radar is great for micro-weather forecasting. With a modern set you can see instantly where it’s raining in your
These days connectivity is everywhere. From smart appliances to assisted driving, all of our electronics seem to have an app. So it only makes sense
Offshore sailor and U.S Marine veteran Peter Gibbons-Neff Jr. has announced a two-year bid for the 2027 Mini Transat.
