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Boat Shop

Gas It Up

Gas springs are a popular and handy feature. Here’s how to measure and install one yourself.

Preparing to Fair

Those new to the process of fairing a boat’s hull or deck are quick to mix up a batch of fairing compound, WEST SYSTEM® Epoxy

Family Men

Goldsmith’s Boat Shop celebrates a century in business, and the multigenerational clan that keeps it chugging along.

Metallic Metamorphosis

Turning the family schooner into a gaff sloop took Steve Goodwin 25 years, but he isn’t done fine-tuning her yet.

Fire Prevention Primer

An onboard fire can start in all kinds of ways, and the more time you spend on prevention, the less likely it is that you’ll actually have to fight a fire. Here’s a look at smart prevention tips, as well as how to be prepared.

Don’t Be a Luddite

Mechanical boat switches are simple machines, but digital technology can make them better

Power on Tap

If you know how your alternator does its work, then you can help keep the electricity flowing on your boat

Faux Real

Whether you’re replacing old teak decks or classing-up garden-variety nonskid, consider eschewing real wood for a low-maintenance, man-made option.

Cut, Grind and Glue

There’s plenty of good content on social media, and yet some would argue that watching invasive surgery on a dated fiberglass boat isn’t the best investment of time.

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