The principles of fiberglass construction, what to look for in buying an older boat and how to assess and repair any damage (published May 2015) There […]
The Core of the Matter
Choosing a Generator
Part II: Installation tips for the faint of heart (published September 2014) So you have done the research, studied the brochures, completed a dozen electrical needs […]
Water of Life
How to get, store and use one of our most precious resources while cruising (published March 2014) Water is useful stuff. We like to drink it, […]
True Reliability
Where to look when building redundancy into your boat’s systems (published January 2014) Cruising boats are simple but contradictory things: a heap of essential, often complex, […]
Heavy Metal: Part II
What to consider when installing and operating a new windlass (published November 2013) So you have spent the money and are now the proud owner of […]
Heavy Metal
Things to consider when purchasing a windlass (published September 2013) Marinas and moorings are convenient, but sooner or later you may wish to venture further afield, […]