Cruising nightmare: abducted by pirates On Oct. 23, 2009, Paul and Rachel Chandler were abducted at gunpoint from their 38-foot cruising sailboat off the Seychelles.
A grueling account from a tough sailor Rich Wilson is the second American sailor to finish the Vendee Globe, the non-stop solo race around the
Dreamers with a sense of humor The familiar tale of a couple who dream of chucking the 9-to-5 lifestyle to go cruising is told with
A seasoned tour guide on board “Waterway Guide Northern 2012” (Dozier Media Group, $39.95 spiral-bound, 552 pages) is the updated cruising companion for boaters exploring
A master anglercasts tales and tips The tribe of striped bass anglers can be found all along the Atlantic coast, and those who know New
Weather conditions and your boat In the second edition of “The Boater’s Weather Guide” Margaret Williams aims to prepare anyone who ventures out on the
Sea stories with a sense of wonder David H. Roper is a lifelong boatman who has penned a collection of nautical-themed short stories in “Watching
A New England port in its early days “Marblehead’s First Harbor” is a love letter to a community by lobsterman Hugh Peabody Bishop and his
55 islands, one amazing adventure The oft-told story of a couple who pursues their dream of cruising exotic locales has another entry. In “The Islands
Tragedy in the Bass Strait On Dec. 26, 1998, 115 sailboats set out on the annual race from Sydney to Hobart. It’s Australia’s most popular
A Great Lakes boater finds a ride for all seasons in a military-grade RIB by Safe Boats.
The allure of this destination is great fishing and more.
If a passenger goes overboard at sea, there’s a 40 percent chance you’ll never see that person again. Here are the recovery procedures you need to know.
To select the right solar-charging system, consider your power needs, budget and boat’s design.
Your old engine is costing you more than you think. Here’s what you need to know before you pull the trigger on new iron.
From top-rated marinas to historic streets and legendary offshore fishing tournaments, this New Jersey port delivers the right mix of cruising comfort and adventure.
Catch problems early and spend more time on the water, not at the dock.
The muse for photographer Benjamin Williamson is Downeast.
Teak is fantastic for strength and durability, but when it’s used on decks it needs routine care.
These seamanship tips can help you enjoy the sandbar lifestyle.
