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Cruising World
Off Watch
A1A is not only my favorite Jimmy Buffett album, but it's one of my favorite records ever. If I were marooned on an island and could bring only five CDs with me, this would be one of them
3 min |
January - February 2024
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PREPARING A VESSEL FOR SURVEY
Trying to hide a boat's problems never ends well for the seller. Follow these tips to have a successful day
3 min |
January - February 2024
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THE WESTERN WAY
Instead of buying a pricey custom canvas awning for my schooner, I made my own \"covered wagon.\"
6 min |
January - February 2024
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HIDDEN GEM
BUT ALL AROUND IS A PARADISE FOR SAILORS WHO LOVE TO LINGER AND EXPLORE
6 min |
January - February 2024
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Last Man Standing
During the past four decades, the once-thriving business of American production sailboat manufacturing has nearly vanished, and dozens of companies and builders have fallen by the wayside. And then there's Tartan Yachts of northeast Ohio, which, in some aspects, is as vibrant as ever. Longtime Tartan stalwart Tim Jackett, a marine-industry lion in winter still making a stand, might be the central reason why
10+ min |
January - February 2024
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Boat of the Year 2024
With sweet, early autumn sailing conditions on Chesapeake Bay, a strong fleet of 19 contenders competed for top honors in our annual Boat of the Year competition. Once the spray had settled and the votes were tallied, the judges awarded prizes in seven categories for monohulls and multihulls. The overall winner? The surprising, innovative Jeanneau Yachts 55.
7 min |
January - February 2024
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On Watch
Sometimes, a seamanship or safety issue requires sailors to give up and turn around. But other times, it's just fear taking control of a situation that can be handled
7 min |
January - February 2024
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Sailor & Galley
This rich, steaming stew from the Pacific Northwest warms chilled sailors' bones and brings back a lifetime of memories.
2 min |
January - February 2024
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Seamanship
George Eldridge first published the Eldridge Tide and Pilot Book in 75. Its new edition, published by the sixth generation of his family, is an impressive feat of continuity
5 min |
January - February 2024
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Island Time
It's impossible to rank these favorite destinations by beauty. Instead, sailors should set a waypoint based on what they want to experience
8 min |
January - February 2024
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Helplessly HOPING
Beau and Stacey Vrolyk struck a deal with rock star David Crosby to buy his 59-foot schooner, Mayan. There was just one problem: Crosby wasn't ready to give up his sailing dreams
10 min |
January - February 2024
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AT Long LAST
The technical details of the boat's construction are compelling, but as a grander yarn, the creation of At Last is a tale of family, collaboration and friendship.
3 min |
October 2023
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BE SMART ABOUT THINKING DIRTY
Choosing the right fuel filters can go a long way toward stopping contamination problems in your diesel engines.
2 min |
October 2023
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JIBING 101
Jibing can be a thing of beauty or a dangerous disaster. Here's how to make sure you and your crew are up to the task.
3 min |
October 2023
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ELECTRIFYING WINCHES
Tired of breaking my biceps on manual winches, I've employed some great tools that help-and that also do a whole lot more on the boat.
6 min |
October 2023
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HAVING IT ALL
When I was 60, I decided to embrace a lifestyle of commuter cruising. Fifteen years later, it's still one of the best decisions I've ever made.
5 min |
October 2023
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Lessons Learned
When it comes to home-schooling the kids while cruising, these parents learned that flexibility, and sometimes changing course, is key.
7 min |
October 2023
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A NEW DAY
Kirsten Neuschäfer's life of adventure leads to victory in the Golden Globe solo round-the-world race.
5 min |
October 2023
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THE Other BOAT
These four dinghies have features and options that can add safety and fun to any mothership.
4 min |
October 2023
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TENDER Feelings
Choosing the right dinghy is just the start. Keeping it clean, not getting it stolen, and protecting it from punctures can involve a lifetime of learning.
7 min |
October 2023
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CRUISING the SOUTHEASTERN BAHAMIAN Islands
This archipelago is off the beaten path, so it can feel like you have the place all to yourself.
6 min |
October 2023
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GEAR Up for COLD WEATHER
Long after the big boat is put away for the season, the right clothes get you out on the water in a variety of small craft.
4 min |
October 2023
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TO Name a BOAT
In order to envision our next cruising adventure, we had to look to the past.
5 min |
October 2023
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Off Watch
Bottom painting isn't a particularly pleasant job, but one I'd always tackled myself yet another annoying yin to the rewarding yang of owning a sailboat.
3 min |
September 2023
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FREEING THE FLOW
Good plumbing is paramount to prevent fuel-flow interruption, which can damage a boat's engine.
3 min |
September 2023
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MAKING THE TURN
If your crew is having trouble with tacking, these tips will help make the maneuver a whole lot easier.
4 min |
September 2023
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SOME LIKE IT HOT
My boat, like many boats, needed more hot water. Here's how I got it without breaking the bank.
7 min |
September 2023
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BACK ΤΟ SCHOOL
The variety and scope of today's training courses have opened up the sailing world to a broader range of newcomers and expanded the knowledge of veteran sailors.
8 min |
September 2023
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AN UNEXPECTED ADVENTURE
Delivering the 23-year-old Beneteau 381 La Reine taught us that even the best-laid plans are sometimes no match for fate.
10 min |
September 2023
Cruising World
Three Ways South
Veteran cruisers debate three fall routes from the US East Coast to the islands.
5 min |