Tartan 37 Used Boat Review
The Tartan 37 is a moderately high performance, shoal-draft cruiser built between 1967 and 1988 by Tartan Marine, a company that helped usher in...
How Much Does it Cost to Own a Sailboat in Quebec, Eastern Ontario, Upper...
You’ve been out a few times with friends on their sailboat and now, you’ve caught the sailing bug and, be well advised, there is...
A Radio Lifeline for Cruisers
Speaking with Patricia Dallas and David Sapiane of Gulf Harbour Radio is a little like speaking to a great-aunt and uncle. Like someone who’s...
Anode Basics: Dos and Don’ts
No matter what type of boat you have, if she’s kept in the water all season, maintaining your sacrificial anodes must be part of...
Diesel-Electric Hybrids Vs. Electric: Sailing’s Auxiliary Power Future
How do we reduce and even eliminate our sailboat's carbon dioxide emissions when using auxiliary propulsion and electrical HVAC systems?
Just like with automobiles, how...
Boat Hook and Fender Hacks
Point me to any boat, anywhere, anytime and I can guarantee you I will find a few tricks or particular set-ups made by its...
Island Packet 350 Used Boat Review
The current tally of Island Packets—"More than 1,800 sold"—is impressive for any boatbuilding company. Just over 20 years ago the first boats in the...
Product Hacks: Velcro, Bounce, Anti-Skid Mats and Pool Lights
Here are a few product hacks to help keep your boat organized, bug free and lit properly.
3M COMMAND© VELCRO® STRIPS
If you’re like me and...
How Much Does it Cost to Have a Sailboat in Georgia?
When planning my trip from Rhode Island down the ICW to the Bahamas, I knew I didn’t want to come all the way back...
ICW Gear Must-Haves
After several weeks on the ICW (Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway), I decided that I’d serendipitously bought almost the perfect ICW boat. I can’t take credit...