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Cruising Tips

Reversible Weather Cloth

When sailing in rough weather, cresting waves can send buckets of seawater flying into a cockpit.

Storing Rode On Deck

This is a trick I learned crewing for a fellow in Florida who always stored not one, but two, rope anchor rodes on his foredeck while cruising…

Knowing the Land and Sea Breezes

When sailing close to the coast it often seems that NOAA’s wind forecasts are maddeningly inaccurate. How could NOAA get it so wrong?

Cruising Tips: Take a Better Photograph

How the Pros Take Sailing Photos, On the Water with Onne, 6 Tips for Smarter Smartphone Photography and The Latest and Greatest in Waterproof Cameras.

DIY: Foredeck Rain Catcher

Sometimes it can be difficult to refill water tanks while cruising. Local water may be unsuitable, expensive or simply unavailable. Watermakers can also come up short, as you shouldn’t run harbor water through them

How to Use a Stem Eye-Bolt when Anchoring

When anchoring on chain rode it is usual to fasten a length of nylon line between the chain and the boat as a snubber. This absorbs shock loads if the chain suddenly gets yanked up tight.

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November/December Issue Sneak Peek

If the weather’s turning and you’re already dreaming of next sailing season, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with the news and stories to get you through.

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Catalina Pauses Production

One of the few remaining American sailboat builders has announced that they will cease production after current orders are filled.  

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