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Lines for Running Rigging

This article from West Marine will help you decide what line is best to use for your running rigging. They discuss line strength and how strong you need ...
On February 17, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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Make Your Own Jackline System

Sailrite is known for their high quality, heavy duty sewing machines found on many cruising boats. In this article they talk about jacklines and how to create your ...
On February 9, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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Staying Safe on the Water

West Marine takes note of the minimum U.S. Coast Guard equipment requirements and offers suggestions for additional items to carry onboard. This is a good time to take ...
On January 19, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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Top 5 Medical Supplies to Have Onboard

(praxes.ca) – When prepping your boat for an offshore journey don’t forget to pack the medical supplies. There are plenty of supplies to bring and its especially important ...
On January 12, 2023 / By Sandy Parks
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Inflatable Boat Repair

If the floor of your inflatable has come unstuck Jake Firth in Practical Boat Owner has some tips for fixing your dinghy. He cautions that you make sure ...
On December 15, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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Shrink Wrap Your Boat for Winter

Winter is coming up fast and if you have been thinking about shrink wrapping your boat, this article in boats.com offers an explanation of what shrink wrap is, ...
On November 10, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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Making Music Onboard

topboatmag.com) – Music onboard can be a great way way to meet your fellow cruisers and can be a relaxing way to spend an evening at anchor. People ...
On October 21, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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Understanding Yourself Before You Go Cruising

To make your journey more comfortable, its a good idea to take a look at yourself. Are you a planner or more spontaneous, do you need your creature ...
On October 21, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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When to Tack

Mark Rushall in Sailing Today uses his experience on both racing and cruising boats to explain the decision making process of when to tack. He takes into account ...
On October 13, 2022 / By Sandy Parks
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Insurer’s Hurricane Storm Center

Gowrie Group has put together a page that provides information from live storm tracking to preparing your boat for storms. Geared towards clients of Gowrie, the information is ...
On October 6, 2022 / By Sandy Parks

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