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July 14

Real boaters, real videos

Click on the video below to watch the winning entry in the I Discovered Boating ad contest. The contest challenged boaters to produce an ad

26 hours clinging to the hull

Related story …Why they lived — lessons from a near-miss In a dramatic story of survival, four men – three of whom are older than

Have you seen this boat?

Don’t get him wrong – Jim Tew thinks his Cheoy Lee 31 is a great boat. He just can’t understand why anyone would steal it.

Why they lived

What they did right FLOAT PLAN: The four men gave loved ones specific information about their fishing trip and stayed in touch on cell phones.

Interview with Zac Sunderland

{flv}zac_sunderland{/flv}Mobile users: Watch the video on YouTube. A little less than 300 miles from the California coast and his goal of becoming the world’s youngest

Lessons for small boats

Related stories …Mystery at sea: What sank the Lady Mary?Editor’s view: “Stay the hell out of the way” Whenever there’s a collision on the water,

Sharing the water with big ships

Related stories …Mystery at sea: What sank the Lady Mary? Lessons for small boats I picked up an important bit of wisdom many years ago

8 ways to stretch your boating dollar

1. Quality vs. priceBuy the best-quality boat that suits your needs and budget, says Joe Thompson, executive director of the Yacht Brokers Association of America.

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Launched: the Hood 42 LM

The Hood 42 LM has classic downeast lines and shimmering varnish, along with modern technology for easier operation.

Courtesy Tashmoo Boatworks

Building the Tashmoo

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.

Painting of a boat

Maritine Art by Brechin Morgan

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.

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