Weather forecasts can be right or wrong, but the sooner you can recognize the difference, the sooner you can take appropriate action (published July 2015) A […]
Maintaining a Weather Eye
Getting Your Point Across
Coordinating efforts is not difficult if everyone on the crew understands the tasks at had and how to proceed as individuals within the group (published June […]
The Devil in the Details
It has often been said that the devil is in the details. It’s those same details that will decide victory on the racecourse or pleasure throughout […]
Passing the Baton
Preparation will help you avoid emergencies and turn them instead into adventures. And the lessons learned through these experiences are worth sharing with others. (published April […]
The Tried and True of Traditional Tools
Venturing offshore still has its risks: We’re caught unaware by the weather. Vessels run aground. Auxiliary power fails. But some things continue to work through it […]
Smoke Signals, Morse Code or …
The boats on which we sail are not the only things that have evolved demonic speeds. Modern offshore communications have developed right along with them. (published […]
Weather Preparation: It’s Not So Simple
Getting ready can be as easy or as complicated as you would care to make it, but the “easy” way will not get you the information […]
The Major Refit
Time and miles have taken their toll. It’s time to manage a refit to all your boat’s essential systems. (published Ocdtober 2014) The miles have slipped […]
Learning the Ropes
Lines run here, there and everywhere on a sailboat. It’s worth knowing what their properties are and how best to use them. (September 2014) A few […]
Speed Isn’t Everything
Whether you’re dealing with heavy weather or just taking a break, there are times when slowing the boat makes all the sense in the world (published […]