Handrail Masking Tape
Just when you thought there could be nothing new under the sun, along comes Handrail Masking Tape. It’s an adhesive tape that comes in...
Spare Parts
Barient WinchesWe recently heard from a reader that he was able to purchase replacement roller bearings for Barient 28+ winches, for $55, from the...
A Summers Work
Contrary to the popular belief of Floridians, summer in New England does last longer than two weeks. At least two months, sometimes three, which...
Stern Boarding: Stairway to Heaven…and the Dinghy
In the January 15, 1999 issue we presented a photo essay on stern boarding options, mostly of the scoop transoms found on a number...
Stern Boarding: Stairway to Heaven…and the Dinghy
In the January 15, 1999 issue we presented a photo essay on stern boarding options, mostly of the scoop transoms found on a number...
Spare Parts
Kenyon InstrumentsReader Ernie Copp owns some old Kenyon instruments. The company has long been out of business. Following his successful search to find someone...
PS Advisor
Gelcoat CrazingFor the past (too many to admit) years I have been working on the completion of a Corbin 39. Recently I have noticed...
Peel Away Still Most Effective Bottom Paint Stripper
Along with changing the engine oil, stripping multiple layers of old bottom paint has to be one of the most onerous jobs a boat...
Hurricane Watch
When I moved from Michigan to Rhode Island in 1980, sailing my old Pearson Triton through the lakes, canals and Hudson River, it never...
Banish Junky Anchor Rode Markers
For the boat owner who thinks he has everything, there is yet still another bit of electronic wizardry…a widget that tells you how much...
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,...
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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...