(Published November/December 2018) I was scheduled to take the brand new Tartan 395 out for a sail on the Tuesday after the Annapolis sailboat show in […]
Tartan 395
Beneteau 30.1
FROM INLAND WATERWAYS TO HIGH SEAS With an overall size of under 9×3 metres and a light displacement of less than 4 tonnes, the Oceanis can […]
Fitting Out
Whether you are getting ready for a spring launch or going through your annual haul out, here’s a guide to the essential tasks (published April 2018) […]
Becoming a Yachtmaster
Earning a prestigious RYA Yachtmaster certificate can take a sailor many years of courses and training. The author earned hers the Fast-Track way in 10 Demanding […]
Theft in Bequia
Another perfect day in paradise? Well, maybe not when an iPad goes missing and the police and lawyers get involved (published April 2018) I was enjoying […]
One More Last Time
Having made the passage from Newport to the Caribbean dozens of times, the author skippers a big Swan in the NARC one last time and reflects […]
keeping the Crew Clean
The dirt on doing laundry (published April 2018) When we reached Palau in early 2017 I was giddy with the prospect of dropping off our oversized […]
Lists & More Lists
Recognizing my own shortcomings, I know that when it comes to tasks, if it’s not written down, it’s not getting done. Something similar may be said […]
Grand Soleil 46LC
The new Grand Soleil 46LC is a very interesting, high quality cruiser that will take her owners anywhere in style, comfort and speed (published April 2018) […]
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490
The latest generation of Sun Odyssey combines innovative design details with a true performance cruising hull and rig and a bright, comfortable interior (published April 2018) […]