Too Many Layers of Bottom Paint?
So, a couple of years back, you acquired a good old boat at a pretty good price-thanks to the market-but now you're wondering how...
Annapolis Spring Boat Show Features Great Courses for Cruising Sailors
Spring is a busy time for the cruising sailor, and it's also a good time to sharpen your skills. Sailors moored in the Annapolis...
Drysuit vs. Survival Suit for Offshore Sailing
With record warm weather settling over the Chesapeake earlier this week, the temptation to get out on the water is great, but it's important...
Capt. Henry Marx Memorial Safety at Sea Seminar
Get a great overview of the essentials of safety at sea during the day-long Capt. Henry Marx Memorial Safety at Sea Seminar in Hampton...
Beware of ‘Tankless’ LPG Water Heaters
The availability of relatively inexpensive tankless LPG hot water heaters has apparently convinced some owners of older boats (and some newer ones) that going...
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We’re pleased to present to you Practical Sailor’s brand-new website. On the site, you’ll find our sailing gear, equipment and boat reviews from 1998...
Boat Insurance Shopping Tips
If you're in the used boat market, late fall usually offers a good opportunity for buyers. Owners in snow-bound states face haulout and storage...
Pro Tips to Hauling Out
Every skipper should go through a "what-if" scenario when considering a specific place to haul. These "what-ifs" include the potential impact of gale or...
Homemade Mildew Preventers That Really Work
If you're getting ready to store your boat in a wet or humid location and don't want to lose the battle with mildew, then...
In Search of the Magic Spray
Ah, the magic spray. The one that loosens bolts, stop squeaks, and bolts the door against corrosion. Every sailor has their favorite brand miracle...
Full Tour of this IMPRESSIVE Sailboat – The Jeanneau Yachts 55
Are you shopping for a world cruising 55 foot sailboat? At this years Miami International Boat show we caught up with Jeanneau and toured...
Latest Sailboat Review
Cape Dory 30 Used Boat Review
When the Cape Dory 30 entered production in 1976, it was the largest boat in the expanding line of the Taunton, Massachusetts boatbuilder. In...