
Basics of the Bilge
To ward off unwanted odors, you need to approach the unseen areas of your boat with the same attention and care as the topsides.

To ward off unwanted odors, you need to approach the unseen areas of your boat with the same attention and care as the topsides.

Choosing a trustworthy repair facility for service is a vital step for every boat owner.

When buying a new or used boat, look for these things before agreeing on a price.

Caulking and adhesives are vital to keeping the water out of your boat.

Boats live in a harsh environment, and keeping them clean helps to ensure their value. A once-in-a-while cleaning job is not nearly enough.

Planning a trip away from your home port? These tips will help along the way.

An engine that does not turn properly often suffers from a fuel-related issue that needs attention

It’s important that you always provide natural ventilation aboard any boat.

Not if you’re smart. Take the time to complete a pre-survey before you buy any boat.

Understanding the basics of antifouling paint can go a long way in protecting your investment while delivering long-term service.

Smarter steering means frequent, but only short, glances at the chartplotter.

Howard Chen’s Bold Vision in China

How one liveaboard crew found comfort and confidence by choosing paravanes over high-tech stabilization systems.

Great Lakes Cruising Story: Family, Failures & Perseverance

An Aspen Power Catamarans rally raises the adventure bar with a trip up Vancouver Island’s untamed west coast.

Boats designed with these appendages, as well as retrofitted models, enjoy a wealth of benefits.

Oftentimes, we go overboard when trying to please everyone.

A Scandinavian-Style Passagemaker

With the N46 Mark II, Nordhavn reimagines the first model the brand’s founders ever designed entirely on their own.

A conversation with Trawlers Great Lakes