
Hidden Gems of the ICW
These lesser-known spots along the Intracoastal Waterway are often uncrowded and always ripe for exploration.

These lesser-known spots along the Intracoastal Waterway are often uncrowded and always ripe for exploration.

In part 1, we discussed the not-so-obvious but consequential effects of boats passing each other. Now, we’ll review the more obvious and equally serious issue of boat handling in the presence of other boaters’ wakes.

Tom Hale, veteran ICW cruiser has 8 suggestions for the ICW cruisers on your list

A Veteran ICW cruiser offers his best tips for beginners.

Tom Hale provides another update after the USCG D#5 Notice to Mariners was published.

As Hurricane Florence deteriorates and moves inland, Tom Hale updates us on the condition of the ICW in the Carolinas.

Ben Ellison frets about Hurricane Florence’s impact on the marina’s he favors in the Carolinas.

Sailfeed contributor, Tom Hale, offers his thoughts on what the ICW will look like post Florence

The Mystic Seaport Museum presents their exhibit, Science, Myth, and Mystery: The Vinland Map Saga

In December 2013, I wrote stories about the “magenta line” on our nautical charts depicting the Intracoastal Waterway, and now lawyers want me to answer

Feeling queasy on the water happens to all of us. Here’s how to identify the early signs and counter them.

Conversations with the legendary lensman Onne van der Wal.

Nathan and Lindsay of the 71 Percent—the can’t stop, won’t stop power cruisers—completed a “wrong way” crossing of the Pacific Ocean.

An adventure aboard a 90-year-old ship brings the past to life.

A traveling boat’s toolbox is never full. Try to equip yours to handle any issues that might arise.

A small crew finds the adventure they wanted on a bucket-list journey to Greenland aboard a custom aluminum yacht.

AIS networks are a mighty addition to any onboard suite of electronics. They have significant value, but also limitations.

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If you give your engine and generators regular love and attention, they won’t let you down.

A loft-like open layout and a choice of power-train options let buyers choose their own adventure.