Belowdecks & Amenities

Modern Flush Switches Also Feature Tank-full Indicator

All of these units came with what we call “smart” switches, which control the flow and timing of various filling and flushing functions. Most...

PS Advisor: Downhill Galley Cooking

In the October 2010 boat review of the Catalina 375, there was a statement regarding the location of a galley: “While some argue that...

Keeping You Cool: Improving Your Icebox

The cruising boat, like an army, travels on its stomach. If you can’t eat well while sailing - whether day racing or cruising the...

The Complete Propane Appliance System

Propane and peace of mind can go hand in hand, if you install a quality system and follow a few simple rules.Propane has many...

Sailboat Cockpit Seating

The proportions of the human body are the basis of all design. Cockpit seating, as with any seat or chair design, is one of...

Solution to a Problem: Custom Shower Sump and Pump

Amid the excitement and anticipation of taking delivery of a new boat, one tends to discount the importance of certain items. In my case,...

How to Prevent Head Odors Aboard Your Sailboat

While permeation of waste gases through flexible sanitation hose is a major source of odors in the head, it is not the only one....

A Permanent Mount for the Sensibulb LED Reading Light

A Permanent Mount for the Sensibulb LED Reading LightBy Thomas WetherbeeI have always been a big fan of brass berth lights, but have never...

The Canvas Air-Conditioner

Even the most dedicated sun worshipper craves shade after a bright, hot day on the water. For those of us whose goals include keeping...

The UNIQUE Maxus 26 Lifting Keel Trailer Sailor

What is the best trailerable sailboat? One big feature is the mast stepping system. Today we look at trailer sailors like the Catalina 275,...

Latest Sailboat Review

Morgan Out Island 36 Used Boat Review

Most are familiar with Charles Morgan and his Out Island 41, primarily made to cruise and charter in the Bahamas, but not many are...