Going Electric
December 12, 2022
As more builders introduce new models with electric propulsion, DIY types are converting their old boats with their own hands
As more builders introduce new models with electric propulsion, DIY types are converting their old boats with their own hands
The Van der Wal’s report from bustling Baltimore, scenic Solomons, Tangier Island and more on the Chesapeake leg of their ICW journey.
Before Onne and Tenley van der Wal went down the Intracoastal Waterway on their 1986 Grand Banks 32 Snow Goose, Onne wanted to be sure that everything was in perfect working order, including the electrical system, which he found inadequate.
A photo essay by Onne van der Wal of the second portion of his cruise, from New York City to Annapolis, Maryland.
A photo essay by Onne van der Wal of the first portion of his cruise, from Jamestown, Rhode Island, to New York City.
Running your engine at the right RPM is important, as is making sure your engine gets a good workout on a regular basis.
We test a process that takes the angst out of antifouling a new boat
WEST SYSTEM Epoxy has released the new 655-1 G/flex plunger
Onne van der Wal was not happy with the refrigerator system on his 1986 Grand Banks 32, so he replaced it with a Sea Frost model.
When the original boiler on his 1986 Grand Banks 32 gives up the ghost, Onne is in for a nice surprise
Historical letters reveal the essence of work at sea during the era of wooden ships.
These steamers provided a luxury experience to millions of passengers in the early 20th century.
A Greenwich architect designs a floating sauna for coves and harbors.
It’s the shared moments with friends that turn ordinary fishing trips into the stories we tell for years.
Smart maintenance can keep your ground tackle ready for calm nights or sudden blows.
Informed by decades of owner feedback, this new build refines a proven formula for serious cruising.
From hull design to onboard flow, these legendary powerboats prove that great cruising never goes out of style.
Living aboard is a dream for many boaters. The people who’ve done it share what they’ve learned along the way.
A 50-knot top end and a cockpit built for entertaining make the Tiara 46 LS an exciting addition to the Luxury Sport line.
Failure to check an engine gauge turned into a humbling lesson complacency at the helm.
