How Well Do Anchor Swivels Reduce Chain Twist?
We know the theory behind using an anchor swivel: The swivel releases any twists in the chain when an anchored boat swings through 360...
Low Friction Rings for Sailing
Our PS Advisor article on barber haulers illustrated an arrangement that relied on a low friction ring to control tension on the sheet. Although...
Fortifying Marine Fabrics Against the Elements
We had a cold and chilly front blow through Florida last week, which gave us an opportunity to look at something we haven't paid...
Combatting Onboard Toilet Odors
We've had a lot of fun with toilets and boat sanitation systems, most recently with an extensive new reports on desiccating heads and combatting...
Jackline Installation Tips
High on many to-do lists is the job of installing jacklines—the lines running along the deck to which we attach our safety tethers. Jacklines...
Simple Tips on Servicing Your Sailboat Winches
We continue to knock down the list of boat projects in anticipation of launch day in the northern hemisphere summer (yes, Florida and Caribbean...
Epoxy Versus Polyester Resin for Fiberglass Boat Repair Projects
If you’re contemplating some major build or repair projects involving fiberglass this winter, then you are probably trying to decide whether it is worth...
A South Pacific Night Before Christmas
Night Before Christmas(Somewhere in the Pacific)
'Twas the night before Christmas, and the crew couldn't sleep.The waves were relentless, with troughs dark and deep.The windvane...
Earthquake and Tsunami Awareness and Response
The earthquake that struck Indonesia, one of my favorite cruising grounds, earlier this year had me thinking again about the risk that few cruisers—including...
Taking on Big Do-it-Yourself Boat Jobs
Last fall, I embarked on one of the most time-consuming boat projects I've done in years, one I hope never to repeat—remove six layers...
The 51 Foot Wharram Catamaran He Finally Found!
If you’ve ever wanted to build your own sailboat, you’ve undoubtedly come across Wharram Catamarans. These home-built DIY sailboat plans are a big hit...
Latest Sailboat Review
Pearson Alberg 35 Used Boat Review
The year 1961 may not seem so long ago to those of us over a certain age, but believe it or not, it was...