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Rescuing Older, Self-Tailing Winches

DIY Projects
I love my winches. Like a trusted companion, they have been with me through thick and thin and have always performed for me when I needed them. They are a little...

Offshore Log: Thoughts on Engine Spares For Cruising

Diesel Engines
Perhaps the biggest surprise during our 30,000-mile circumnavigation was just how critical the engine is to a cruising sailboat. We motored or motorsailed almost 25 percent of the miles that passed...

MacGregor 26M Used Boat Review

Sailboat Reviews
MacGregor 26 has been a staple in the trailerable sailboat market for decades, and company literature claimed more than 7,000 of the original model were produced. Since its introduction, the design...

The Front Line in Filtration

Systems & Propulsion
Wire mesh screens are a pain to clean. Fibers push through neighboring holes, resulting in what is known in the industry as “stapling.” They jam in the corners and between the...

Shock Cord Hardware for Sailors

Repair, Tools & Materials
Every rope we have on board has its quirks when you’re trying to form a knot that won’t slip or come untied. Dyneema is a dicey proposition. All but a few knots...

Engine Replacement on Islander Bahama 30

Boat Maintenance
There may come a time when repowering your cherished sailboat needs to be addressed. I suspected that not all 13 horses of the venerable Volvo MD7A two-cylinder diesel in our 1978...

Vancouver 27 Used Boat Review

Sailboat Reviews
I was single handed on our Islander Bahama 30 on a spectacular fall afternoon, white caps dancing on the blue waters of Plumper Sound in the Canadian Gulf Islands, slowly gaining...

Thinking Small for Big Ocean Crossings: Choosing a Small Offshore Cruiser

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Today, the average cruising boat is probably in the 40- to 45-foot range. To my mind, that is too big for a couple to handle in all conditions. True, electric winches...

Simple Lithium for Outboard-Powered Tenders, Daysailers, and Sport Boats

Belowdecks & Amenities
Lithium is cool. Your cell phone uses it. Cameras, laptops, flashlights … everything. But “cool” is not a reason. Fire is not a big problem with properly installed lithium iron phosphate....

Glues and Resins: Can Boatbuilding Be Regenerative?

Boat Maintenance
The use of glues and resins is indispensable in modern wooden and plywood boat construction. Ahead of self-building a 41-ft. Wharram Designs Narai Mk IV wooden catamaran, my husband Remy and...

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The ALL NEW Catalina 426 Full Tour video from Practical Sailor
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The ALL NEW Catalina 426 Full Tour

The Catalina 426 is the latest addition to Catalina’s renowned fleet, designed for sailors seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. This 42-foot...
How to Have Happy Boat Kids from Marisa Evans on Women Who Sail video from Practical Sailor

How to Have Happy Boat Kids from Marisa Evans on Women...

$650,000 Yacht Tour : Hanse 460 – This Luxury Cruising Sailboat Does Things Big and Fancy video from Practical Sailor

$650,000 Yacht Tour : Hanse 460 – This Luxury Cruising Sailboat...

AMAZING Sailboat Videos! Boat Building Innovation and Boat Shows! video from Practical Sailor

AMAZING Sailboat Videos! Boat Building Innovation and Boat Shows!

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Half of the Challenged Sailors San Diego Martin 16 fleet on the San Diego Bay. (Photo/ Steven Vitela)
Sailboat Reviews

Martin 16 Used Boat Review

The Martin 16 is designed for adaptive sailing so people with disabilities can easily control sails and steering. It is an excellent choice for...
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