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Print magazine November 2012

Forespar Tri-Reacher Pole

Forespar’s adjustable Tri-Reacher Pole helps improve the trim of asymmetrical downwind sails. It uses a stop-pin adjustment system that extends the pole from 8 to

Gill floating sunglasses

The latest collection of Gill floating sunglasses incorporates new styles and polarized lenses that reduce glare and protect against UV radiation. A hydrophobic outer lens

EmergiBulb

The EmergiBulb doubles as a standard LED light bulb in AC mode and as a portable flashlight with a built-in lithium battery when switched to

Finding a place to tie up

Slips range from rental docks behind homes to famous resort marinas with facilities adequate for most yachts. Here are some examples. City marinas: Fort Lauderdale

Mission Accomplished

After logging 5,000-plus miles on the Great Loop in less than four months as part of a marketing promotion, the Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 named

The art of promotion

This shot from the Aug. 19, 1976, Hi-Riser newspaper supplement is a boat show promoter’s dream. It’s 1976, and (from left) Irv Diebert, Elmer Strauss

Enlivening classrooms

For 15 years, sitesALIVE! (www.sitesalive.com) has produced programs linking adventures and expeditions with K-12 classrooms to get students excited and engaged and to show them

7 critical elements of the seaman’s art

What exactly is seamanship? It encompasses the seaman’s art, which is to say everything involved in the operation of a vessel. Technically this includes marlinspike

Constitution Marina, which accommodates nearly 300 boats, is in the heart of the city and within walking distance of sites such as the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall .

Make Fast in Boston 

As boaters continue to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday, there’s no better time for a cruise to Boston, where the nation’s history is just steps from the dock.

An enclosed motorboat cruising through the water in profile.

The All-Weather Targa 41

When the forecast turns ugly, the Targa 41 inspires confidence, delivering the  solid, comfortable ride that has defined the brand for decades.

Illustration by Jim Ewing

Classic Boats: Tiara 3100

This express cruiser hit the market in 1979, was an almost instant hit, and stayed in production for a long time.

DSCN0276-Krogen 36 Manatee

Krogen 36 Manatee

Mary and Chris Kelleher refurbished their Krogen 36 Manatee for their Great Loop adventure

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