
Tide and Currents
Consulting tide charts for safe arrival and departure is good practice, but tidal currents need to be considered as well.

Consulting tide charts for safe arrival and departure is good practice, but tidal currents need to be considered as well.

Seasickness can strike even the saltiest captain, but measures can be taken to avoid the dread.

Adapting to new technology may be harder for some boaters than others, but it’s the way of the future.

An exciting and busy Trawlerfest reminds me that it’s never too late to go back to the basics of boat handling.

Responsible boat handling and good seamanship require balancing helm technology with situational awareness.

Watchkeeping is an underappreciated skill that should always be part of operating the boat.

The risks are numerous when single-handing a medium- to large-size cruising boat.

Mobile phones and other devices divert our attention from piloting our boats, sometimes with serious results.

The ways that different hull forms handle waves, and how best to handle your boat in them.

A guide to understanding waves, wave forecasting, and how best to handle your boat in them.

Hull No. 20 of the builder’s contemporary, full-displacement series is awash in customization.

How to navigate the long haul with ancient wisdom.

I used AI to chart a course through a notorious waterway. The results were unusable.

This boat is a modern riff on an old-timey classic.

Why modern boat handling tools make us better and safer boaters.

A brisk November run from Connecticut to New Jersey showcases just how comfortable the Sabre 51 Salon Express really is.

A speed trap delays a morning boat shoot, leading to an unexpected lesson on patience.

From hull design to onboard flow, these legendary powerboats proved that great cruising never goes out of style.

Easy Waste Tank Vent Filter

Apollonio & Vripack Custom Power Cat