Cruising

Navigation Instruments Sailing combines skill with nature’s power. Developing technique improves safety and enjoyment. Sailing Tips Practice in varied conditions. Learn weather patterns. Maintain your...

Separating Marketing Hype From Real-World Value Walk into any marine electronics dealer and you’ll face walls of gear promising to revolutionize your sailing. Multifunction displays...

Marine navigation has gotten complicated with all the electronic gadgets and apps flying around. As someone who’s navigated thousands of miles using everything from celestial...

Diesel engine maintenance is the foundation of reliable cruising. A well-maintained marine diesel will run for thousands of hours between major overhauls. Neglect it, and...

Caribbean cruising has gotten complicated with all the blogs, forums, and contradictory advice flying around. As someone who’s spent multiple seasons island-hopping from the Virgins...

Lost a crew member? Here’s the immediate response every sailor should have memorized. First, throw flotation. Don’t think – just throw anything that floats toward...

Sailing etiquette at the fuel dock keeps everyone safe and the line moving. Here are the basics every sailor should know. Have your lines ready...

Winch maintenance has gotten complicated with all the conflicting advice flying around. As someone who’s maintained winches on racing boats and cruisers for decades, I...

Weather prediction has gotten complicated with all the apps and digital tools flying around. As someone who’s sailed thousands of miles offshore, I learned everything...

Spring is here, and it’s time to get your sailboat ready for the season. Before you head out on the water, take 30 minutes to...