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

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

THE WESTERN WAY

Instead of buying a pricey custom canvas awning for my schooner, I made my own \"covered wagon.\"

HIDDEN GEM

BUT ALL AROUND IS A PARADISE FOR SAILORS WHO LOVE TO LINGER AND EXPLORE

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

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.

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

Sailor & Galley

This rich, steaming stew from the Pacific Northwest warms chilled sailors' bones and brings back a lifetime of memories.

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

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

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

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.

BE SMART ABOUT THINKING DIRTY

Choosing the right fuel filters can go a long way toward stopping contamination problems in your diesel engines.

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.

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.

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.

Lessons Learned

When it comes to home-schooling the kids while cruising, these parents learned that flexibility, and sometimes changing course, is key.

A NEW DAY

Kirsten Neuschäfer's life of adventure leads to victory in the Golden Globe solo round-the-world race.

THE Other BOAT

These four dinghies have features and options that can add safety and fun to any mothership.

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.

CRUISING the SOUTHEASTERN BAHAMIAN Islands

This archipelago is off the beaten path, so it can feel like you have the place all to yourself.

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.

TO Name a BOAT

In order to envision our next cruising adventure, we had to look to the past.

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.

FREEING THE FLOW

Good plumbing is paramount to prevent fuel-flow interruption, which can damage a boat's engine.

MAKING THE TURN

If your crew is having trouble with tacking, these tips will help make the maneuver a whole lot easier.

SOME LIKE IT HOT

My boat, like many boats, needed more hot water. Here's how I got it without breaking the bank.

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.

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.

Three Ways South

Veteran cruisers debate three fall routes from the US East Coast to the islands.