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Just Cruising with George Day 0
Navigation Through the Ages

Last summer, during a transatlantic crossing aboard the 50-fooot sloop Maverick, I had the good luck to sail with a guy who is something of an expert in ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Mindbender 0
Mindbender

When you change course from sailing hard on the wind to a broad reach do you move the genoa cars forward or aft? And why? Send your ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
For the Hungry Crew 0
Romantic Eggs Benedict for Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day just a week away, we thought it would be fun to come up with a special way to start the day. And, nothings says “romantic ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Tech Talk 0
Swan 100 Refit: Fixing a 33-Ton Keel with a Big Crescent Wrench

Lyman-Morse is one of Maine’s leading custom boat builders and runs full service yacht repair facilities in Thomaston and Camden. LM is a certified Swan service center and ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Boat Reviews 0
Leopard 50 Cruising Catamaran: Luxury Afloat

The new Leopard 50 is destined to be one of the most popular mid-size family cruisers in the multihull market We were all checking our phones as ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
The North Magnetic Pole Is on the Move

The North Pole right at the top of the planet remains fixed in place as the earth spins around its axis but the location the North Magnetic Pole ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Naples Marina Fighting for Its Life: Condo Neighbors Up in Arms

Waterfronts all over the world are rapidly changing as hotels and condos are built right around the old marine services and commercial yards that long called those waterfronts ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Tips for Sailing Near Whales and Dolphins

Sailing with whales and dolphins can be a real thrill, says Dr Isabella Clegg, but be careful not to disturb them… (Boat International). Here are some helpful tips to make ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Coast Guard Aids Woman Sailor with Head Injuries

The Miami Herald reported this week that a woman sailing near Key West Florida suffered a head injury while underway and required assistance. The woman was sailing aboard ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day
Dock Talk 0
Caribbean, Bahamas & USA East Coast: SSCA HF Net is a Valuable Service for Cruisers

While more and more offshore sailors are carrying satphones and high tech satellite communications with them as they make passages, the trusty old high frequency radio comms made ...
On February 6, 2019 / By George Day