The Case for the Compass
April 29, 2026
Smarter steering means frequent, but only short, glances at the chartplotter.
Smarter steering means frequent, but only short, glances at the chartplotter.
Radar has daytime advantages. Here’s how to make the most of them.
Many chartplotters have built-in features that can be used for observing the surroundings.
A veteran sailor brings celestial navigation skills to a motoryacht’s transatlantic passage.
As NOAA officially transitions into a new digital era, it’s screen time, all the time.
Charts are about to change in a big way. Here’s what that means for you.
Maintaining a proper lookout is a large responsibility even on a clear, sunny day, but the night watch presents additional challenges.
A boat by any other name will still hit the bottom if you’re not paying attention at the helm.
Boaters are advised to use redundant systems after reports of lost or inaccurate GPS signals.
For all the precision of modern technology, sometimes there’s no substitute for the tried-and-true art of dead reckoning.
Bearings from the Editor’s Desk
Devising a safe, easy way to get our dog on shore from an anchorage required some innovation.
Before you go to sea, know how to access telehealth services, acquire medication refills and get medical care.
Planning for loss of steering and engine control requires familiarity, not new equipment.
A set layout is paired with an impressive list of standard equipment on a proven hull design.
When you can’t go any faster or slower, there are other options to help you arrive safely.
Let’s bring back these nautical words and terms. They’re better than the way we communicate today.
Once a rescue craft, this Norway-built steel trawler is the ticket to ride for a venturesome crew.
Island time is great, except in an emergency. This medevac service is for boaters who need help fast.
Black streaks, yellow mustaches and rust all require different solutions to keep a boat looking clean.
