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Hunter 40

When Hunter filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy and was subsequently purchased by Marlow Acquisitions, LLC, it was hard to see what direction the new company would be headed. The ...
On August 17, 2016 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
Gunboat Fixer-Upper, For Sale Cheap

If you’re the sort of bargain hunter who’s constantly on the lookout for the ultimate boat deal, you’ll be interested to hear that the once-gorgeous Gunboat 55 catamaran ...
On August 11, 2016 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
Setting Out to be the 1st Canadian-born Sailor to Circumnavigate Alone and Non-stop

One hundred thirty gallons of water. One hundred and sixty gigabytes’ worth of music. And one trusty sextant. Those are just a few of the vital necessities Ottawa, ...
On August 11, 2016 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
The U.S. Coast is in an Unprecedented Hurricane Drought

Hurricanes, large and small, have eluded U.S. shores for record lengths of time. As population and wealth along parts of the U.S. coast have exploded since the last ...
On August 11, 2016 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
Dodging Hurricanes and Ice on a North Atlantic Crossing

On an eastward crossing of the North Atlantic solo sailor Trevor Robertson dodged Hurricane Bertha and encountered Cristobal in his gaff cutter Iron Bark. Then on the way ...
On August 11, 2016 / By Administrator
Mindbender 0
Mindbender

What is the fitting that attaches the boom to the mast called? Send your answer to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. The winner, selected randomly from correct answers, will receive a Blue ...
On August 11, 2016 / By Administrator
Dock Talk 0
EPIRB and PLB Beacon Rental Program

Being prepared for the “unexpected” is a big part of boating safety. Take along some peace of mind on your next water adventure: fishing trip, paddle sports, weekend ...
On August 11, 2016 / By Administrator
Website of the Week 0
ASA’s Sailing Challenge

The American Sailing Association has paired with Nolan Bushnell, Atari founder, to create a cutting-edge, mobile gaming app. They designed a fun learning aid to help illustrate the ...
On August 10, 2016 / By Administrator
Cool Things to Do 0
30th Annual SSCA Annapolis Gam

Cruising the Chesapeake this fall? Then you won’t want to miss this year’s event: three fun-filled days of cruising seminars, activities and camaraderie at Camp Letts, located on ...
On August 10, 2016 / By Administrator
Boat Rat's Tip of the Week 0
Choosing the Right Sails: Mainsails

Brian Hancock reviews important considerations of different mainsail setups. Previously published in BWS. The mainsail is, as the name implies, the most important sail in the inventory and for ...
On August 10, 2016 / By Administrator