
A Turn for the Better
Knowing the ins and outs of hydraulic or electronic steerage systems can make it a lot easier to solve dead-helm problems.

Knowing the ins and outs of hydraulic or electronic steerage systems can make it a lot easier to solve dead-helm problems.

Windlasses can be incredibly robust and extremely reliable, given a little care and the proper installation.

To keep your brightwork in Bristol condition, use a two-part, liquid-based cleansing system, followed by a sealer.

Nearly all jobs on a boat can be done with
a relatively small assortment of tools.

This straightforward little product seems to robustly bond Starboard without all the complicated prep.

Our expert troubleshooter, Steve Zimmerman, unpacks the often confusing metric of fuel burn.

A reliable genset can be essential to comfortable cruising. These skills can save your cruise.

Let’s say you have an older diesel engine and want to gauge the state of its health. Before you spend a lot of money on

Far too many professionals in the marine industry are guilty of failing to provide to customers intelligible, plainspoken language that supports their observations, analyses and reports.

Like all of your onboard equipment, your windlass requires regular maintenance in order to live a long life. After every extended jaunt, flush the entire

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.