Three Sailing Pros Speak Out
As part of our winch update and sea trial, we caucused three sailing pros and got their performance slant on what they looked for...
Keeping Ice at Bay
Southern sailors often put their boats away for a few months when the water gets a little cool. Northern sailors have a more definitive...
Installation Tips for Deicers
When it comes to deicers, proper installation is key. Here are some tips to ensure your setup will optimize ice removal.The deicer should be...
Making an Anodized Mast Look Like New
Have you done any research on the best means of cleaning an aluminum mast? Im having other work done to mine and thought it...
Holiday Gift Ideas for Sailors
Sailors are a practical lot. Sure, wed all enjoy a Fruit of the Month membership, but if you really want to make a sailors...
Testing Winches with Dale
Part 2 of our winch test this month brought back fond memories of the man who helped steer me into my position as Practical...
Making a Do-it-Yourself Jerry Can Drip Catcher
The previous owner of our test boat swore by using a funnel. Of course, the funnel was too small to catch nozzle leaks, reduced...
Floating Docks and Storm Preparation
With regard to your July 2016 article on storm preparedness and spring lines, what advice is there for storm prep for floating piers? We...
Winch Grease Corrosion Tests
When it comes to most mechanical things-like wheel bearings on a car-its miles that wears em out, as my grandfather used to say. And...
Winch Servicing Basics
While using the right winch grease is important, servicing the winch before the grease turns to gum, washes out, or the pawls start to...
How to Have Happy Boat Kids from Marisa Evans on Women...
Women who sail is a great topic and raising kids on a sailboat can be a lot of fun too. From life jackets to...
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MacGregor 26M Used Boat Review
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...