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  What Makes a Good Offshore Cruising Boat

  This article in Spinsheet poses the question of What makes a good offshore sailboat? They interviewed David Malkin of North Point Yacht Sales and he begins with two ...

  On June 23, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Radio Communication Systems

  You are at one end of the boat, your crew at the other. Rather than yelling, radio communication systems can bring down the tension by allowing you to ...

  On May 26, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Protect Your Knees Onboard

  Have you ever thought about how much time you spend on your knees pulling lines, hauling in a winch or anchor line, or just getting on board? Particularly ...

  On May 19, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Teak Maintenance Aboard Your Boat

  (Sail Universe) – Teak is famed for its various grains of hard and softwood, making it naturally adhesive and anti-slip in practically any weather condition. Furthermore, it maintains ...

  On May 12, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Roller Furler Maintenance

  (godownsize.com) – Roller furlers are a “must-have piece of equipment” for many sailors and it pays to perform regular maintainance to keep your roller furler in top shape. ...

  On May 5, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Rules of the Road

  Its springtime and time to get your head back in the game. Waterway Guide has a great article on the basic rules of the road regarding sailboats and ...

  On April 28, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Boat Galley Accessories

  Nica Waters recommends some of her favorite galley knives in this Yachting World article. She notes some of her preferences along with how to store and sharpen the ...

  On April 15, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Salty Dawg’s Spring 2022 Webinar Schedule

  The mission of the Salty Dawg Sailing Association (SDSA) is to educate sailors, build camaraderie, and facilitate offshore passages. They hold rallies, educational seminars and webinars, and Rendezvous ...

  On April 7, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Tying One On

  (themanuel.com) – The bowline knot is one of the more useful knots you can use aboard a sailboat and is a knot that creates a secure loop and ...

  On March 10, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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  Taking Care of Your Canvas

  Canvas items, such as biminis, dodgers, sail covers or simple boat covers, etc. including those with plastic windows get an unbelievable beating all season long with constant exposure ...

  On March 3, 2022 / By Sandy Parks