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Learn to Get the Most Out of Your Mainsail

Quantum Sails builds sails for cruising boats as well as racing sailboats. In this article they focus on the cruising mainsail. David Flynn of Quantum explains the various ...
On October 25, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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Lemon Butter Scallops

From Fox and Briar comes this recipe for sweet and buttery sea scallops. What scallops are, where they come from, how they taste, what they pair well with, ...
On September 27, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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What Causes Seasickness and Some Suggestions to Ease Your Symptoms

Seasickness can put a damper on any sailing you do and as with anything, it helps to have an understanding of what causes the discomfort so you can ...
On September 27, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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Thoughts on Preparing for Your First Atlantic Crossing

Yachting World’s Elaine Bunting asks delivery skippers, charter pros and some first time Atlantic crossing skippers about taking those first steps to crossing the Atlantic. When to cross, ...
On September 27, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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How-To Guide for Gelcoat Blister Repair

The discovery of hull blisters elicits a mental “oh no!” from most boat owners. But in many cases, the solution is simple and inexpensive. BoatUS has a cheat ...
On September 13, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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Know Your Numbers

Google has all sorts of information, some it quite useful! Click on the link to find useful charts that help explain symbols on charts explaining surface weather and ...
On September 6, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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Life Aboard: Power Aboard

The Tucker family live aboard Rogue, their 2007 Beneteau Oceanis 50. In a blog on 36degrees news they discuss what works best for them, living aboard with their ...
On January 25, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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Essential Upgrades to an Offshore Cruising Boat

Preparation is the key to happy, safe cruising in a well fitted out cruising boat. When you are getting a boat ready for sailing offshore and passagemaking, ...
On January 10, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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Managing Money While Cruising

Patrick and Rebecca Childress have been cruising aboard their 40-ft sailboat Brick House for over 10 years. Their blog, Where is SV Brick House?, has a number of ...
On November 15, 2018 / By Sandy Parks
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7 Tips for Night Sailing

There can be something magical about sailing at night but it is different and you do have to take care. The ASA (American Sailing Association) has come up ...
On November 8, 2018 / By George Day

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