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  Tips Regarding Eye Splices

  At some point in time you are going to want to create an eye splice in some line. Tying knots in line decreases its strength while an eye ...

  On September 23, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Using Solar Panels for Refrigeration

  Have you considered using solar panels to help run refrigeration on your boat? Along with the refrigeration, batteries and solar panels that Coastal Climate Control sells, they have ...

  On September 16, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Hurricane Preparation Resources

  Last week we brought you tips from BoatUS regarding prepping for a storm. Here are more tips for hurricane preparedness, these tips coming from the American Sailing Association. ...

  On September 9, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  There is Still a Place for Paper Charts

  Electronic navigation is wonderful and has opened up cruising to so many people. That said, don’t forget your paper charts. This article from Alan Punch in mysailing.au.com discusses ...

  On September 9, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Hurricane Preparation Tips from BoatUS

  As BoatUS notes: The next big named storm to make landfall is a question of when, not if. Coastal boaters should prepare because hurricane season is here. The ...

  On September 2, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Top Hull Cleaners

  Keeping your boat’s hull clean can be a neverending task and the number of hull cleaners at your local chandlery can be overwhelming. Ride the Ducks of Seattle ...

  On September 2, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Keep Your Winches in Top Shape

  Performing regular maintenance on your winches will help to keep them functioning properly. West Marine breaks down the parts of the winch and explains how to inspect and ...

  On August 12, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  How to Transfer From Your Boat to Another During a Rescue

  While planning your safety items on board your boat it is also important to have a plan on how to successfully transfer crew from your boat to another ...

  On August 5, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Crews Onboard Luxury Yachts

  (Bloomberg.com) – Have you ever thought about what it would be like to be crew on a megayacht? This slightly tongue-in-cheek article lets you in on some of ...

  On July 30, 2021 / By Sandy Parks
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  Safe Harbor Marinas have New App

  Safe Harbor Marinas continues to innovate within the boating industry with their latest app, Safe Harbor Water. As the world’s largest owner and operator of marinas, Safe Harbor ...

  On July 23, 2021 / By Sandy Parks