
Eight Bells: John Rousmaniere (1944-2026)
John Pierce Rousmaniere, sailor, historian, advocate for safety at sea and 2020 National Sailing Hall of Fame inductee, whose books became essential reading for generations

John Pierce Rousmaniere, sailor, historian, advocate for safety at sea and 2020 National Sailing Hall of Fame inductee, whose books became essential reading for generations

Jock Williams understood boats from both sides of the helm: as a man who built them and as a man forever wondering where they might take him

New rules reverse last year’s rate hikes, but economic fallout won’t be easily undone.

What We Learned About Safety From Lynette Hooker’s Disappearance

The proposed rule would limit most vessels 65 feet and larger to 10 knots along the East Coast during certain times of the year.

DiMillo’s Yacht Sales acquires Hunt Yachts from Hinckley, ushering in a new era.

A new book reveals fresh reporting about this haunting shipwreck.

A Greenwich architect designs a floating sauna for coves and harbors.

Four skippers are awarded for lifesaving actions that went beyond routine towing assistance.

NOAA revisits the 2008 vessel speed regulation, reopening debate over limits designed to reduce whale strikes.

An expert can uncover problems before they turn serious and expensive.

There’s no better time than autumn to visit New York Harbor and then cruise north for leaf peeping

A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.

The unassuming flatfish is a remarkable hunter that anglers obsess over.

Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.

A maritime attorney offers advice for buyers who lay down deposits for new builds.

Mario Vittone’s excellent adventure from Maine to Washington on an FPB 64.

John Pierce Rousmaniere, sailor, historian, advocate for safety at sea and 2020 National Sailing Hall of Fame inductee, whose books became essential reading for generations

Don’t miss these new models arriving at boat shows this season.

The Formula 387CCF’s upper station adds a new perspective for anglers, but it’s the boat’s ride and versatile design that steal the show.