Readers Weigh in on DIY Climber
In the October issue of Practical Sailor, circumnavigator and PS contributor Patrick Childress described a system to simplify going aloft alone. The system, inspired...
Repairing Worn Gelcoat
Regarding your blog post on restoring gelcoat (posted online March 18, 2014): Ive seen many similar articles over the years directed toward refinishing topsides....
Mailport: November 2014
As a boatbuilder/multihull cruiser for 45 years and the author of the recently released Anchoring and Mooring the Cruising Multihull ebook, I take issue...
The Birth of the Cable Tamer
These high-tech times present a whole new challenge for us cruising folks. How does one cope with the multitude of cords, chargers, headphones, and...
Propane Leak Action Plan
While docked at a municipal marina last year, I detected a strong propane odor. I immediately informed the harbormaster, and we agreed that calling...
Mailport: October 2014
Based on your review (PS, June 2014), I bought the book Jack Tar and the Baboon Watch by Frank Lanier. Even with my limited...
Where Credit Is Due: October 2014
The front cover of my Ocean Equipment GP-1051 pre-cut housing mount for my Raymarine multi-function display developed a crack in the lower right corner....
SWL vs. WLL in Padeye Search
I am looking to place some folding padeyes on my boat for jacklines and tethers. The price range for stainless-steel padeyes is extreme, and...
Boat Maintenance Must-Reads
For many boatowners, its time to start thinking about the off-season layup. If youre planning some pre-haulout maintenance projects so you can avoid the...
Mailport: September 2014
I just found this device (see photo above) on board the boat we purchased seven months ago. Finding nobody around the San Diego waterfront...
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...