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How to Sail Into a Harbor Using Chart Insets

Capt. John of skippertips.com reminds us of the usefulness of chart insets when planning a trip.[spacer height=”10px”] Imagine that you plan to sail to a new anchorage in a cove to ...
On February 3, 2016 / By Administrator
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Sailing Courses: Beyond the Basics

Andrew Cross examines the advantages of higher level cruising courses. Originally published in BWS. Somewhere between Tortola and St. Martin I sat on the leeward side of the ...
On January 27, 2016 / By Administrator
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Speed Isn’t Everything

Bill Biewenga reminds us that there are times when slowing down a boat makes a lot of sense. Originally published in BWS. As I came up on deck I could ...
On January 20, 2016 / By Administrator
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Introduction to High Latitude Outfitting

Ellen Massey-Leonard shares tips on preparing for a cold weather voyage. Originally published in BWS. I’ve refitted three boats now: for a circumnavigation, for a U.S. East Coast ...
On January 13, 2016 / By Administrator
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Dock a Boat Like a Pro – How to Use a Breast Line

Capt. John of skippertips.com introduces his valuable tips for docking when short handed. If you sail short- or single-handed there will be times when longer docking lines just ...
On January 7, 2016 / By Administrator
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Cruising Headsails For Various Points of Sail

Brian Hancock helps make a practical analysis of choosing the correct headsail. Originally published in BWS. Luckily, these days with modern sail materials and well proven equipment, your ...
On December 16, 2015 / By Administrator
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Protect Your Sailboat Hull with This Sentinel

Capt. John of skippertips.com has tips on how to protect your hull when docking in less than ideal conditions. Imagine that you need to tie up alongside a ...
On December 8, 2015 / By Administrator
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Using Spinnaker Poles, Whisker Poles and Sprits to Enhance Sailing Fun and Performance

Previously published in BWS. Downwind sailing is the course of choice for most cruisers and to enjoy this favored angle you really need downwind sails and the right ...
On December 3, 2015 / By Administrator
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10 Ways to Protect Your Sailboat in a Slip

Capt. John of skippertips.com outlines ten tips to help keep your boat riding nicely in a slip. Will your small sailboat survive howling winds, tidal rise and fall, ...
On November 24, 2015 / By Administrator
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Heavy Weather Readiness

Planning ahead for adverse weather makes the encounter much less stressful. Written for BWS by Bill Biewenga.[spacer height=”10px”] Seeker was a well-found sloop with a few miles under ...
On November 18, 2015 / By Administrator