Eyes in the back of your head
October 31, 2014
Situational awareness is one of the essentials of good seamanship Along with life jackets, a VHF radio, the right anchor and ground tackle, and a
Situational awareness is one of the essentials of good seamanship Along with life jackets, a VHF radio, the right anchor and ground tackle, and a
Being ready for anything is the best defense If seeing is believing, seeing is also knowing — knowing what’s happening around you in plenty of
Chris Fertig – An offshore racer on good seamanship Being prepared plays a critical role in overall seamanship. Think ahead. Plan. Train. Have patience. Equip
As a professional technician, I dread emergency fixes because if the repair is done well, it gets left in place despite admonishments to get it
Self-reliance is as important as a good tow service. Link to these tips from our experts to MacGyver your way out of trouble: Ready for
I’d just unclamped the outboard from the dinghy and was passing it to my father when the wash from a passing boat loosened my grip
Tyson Garvin and I knew the 780-mile race from New York City to Bermuda known as the Bermuda Challenge would be difficult, but we had
How to stop a leak Keeping the water on the outside of the boat is paramount. A small leak can be inconvenient, but a large
In the fall of 2103, I conducted a series of tests on a modified MK I Swan 44, Chasseur, off Newport, Rhode Island. The goal
I like my butt. And I like to get it back to shore dry and in one piece. Going on a boat without being ready
Marine Travelift has been changing how yards, boatbuilders and marinas get things done for almost 70 years
Jeff Northrop helped reshape inshore angling when he introduced flats boats to the region.
J Craft’s swift speedboat, the Torpedo RS, embarks on a maiden voyage from Sweden to France.
Repainting is not always a simple procedure. Boat owners need to be decisive to get the best finish.
Two rocket scientists bring a space-age approach to desalination and water filtration.
A double-ender produced for a client decades ago is now a designer’s electric joyride.
A Mag Bay 43 gives a couple the thoughtful design they need to keep their twin boys at ease on the water.
Before trawler-style cruising went mainstream, the Mainship 34 was already doing it right.
From helm to hardware, these innovation award winners reveal smart thinking in every corner.
Design teams are rethinking everything from hull forms to seating plans as anglers demand boats that can run offshore, hit the sandbar and keep the whole family comfortable.
