Making Memories
The steel-hull Nightfall, designed by William Garden, connects generations of this family through a love of cruising.
For Owners — All of Them
Gear & Refit
For the boat you already have. Tested, not sponsored. Updated every year.
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The Lithium Lowdown
Battery technology is improving and expanding. There’s a lot in the works that is promising.
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The Art of Negotiation
For Victoria Sass and her husband, a 1983 Viking 44 Motor Yacht was the perfect compromise.
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Keep Your Motor Running
You do not need to be a seasoned mechanic to have confidence in your engine.
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The Right Toolkit
A traveling boat’s toolbox is never full. Try to equip yours to handle any issues that might arise.
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Power and Perils
AIS networks are a mighty addition to any onboard suite of electronics. They have significant value, but also limitations.
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System Crashers
If you give your engine and generators regular love and attention, they won’t let you down.
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Anchors Aweigh
Windlass and ground tackle maintenance can make all the difference in an emergency.
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Understanding AIS
Good seamanship means using every available tool, but never relying on any one alone.
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A Suspicious Plot
I used AI to chart a course through a notorious waterway. The results were unusable.
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Inside Gerald Berton’s Mission to Make Every Docking Effortless
How The Yacht Group is making precision boat handling accessible to every owner.
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Bad Vibrations
Eliminating a boat’s quakes and shakes often requires a thorough inspection of the drivetrain.
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When the Boat Won’t Listen
Planning for loss of steering and engine control requires familiarity, not new equipment.