Electrical Parasites?
January 7, 2022
Yup—your boat has them, and they’re constantly feeding, sometimes to the point that you can step aboard and find your batteries drained.
Yup—your boat has them, and they’re constantly feeding, sometimes to the point that you can step aboard and find your batteries drained.
Understanding power distribution can help you make smarter choices when adding equipment.
Whether hauling out annually or less often, follow this haul-out game plan to get the most from your time “on the hard.”
The problem was easy to see. Figuring out the solution was another matter.
A combination inverter/charger can be great on board, but when it fails, you need options.
Tracking down the source of onboard vibration requires a methodical approach.
Conducting your own personal test run can diagnose all kinds of problems before the big day.
Our experts have spoken. Here are the top “canned goods” you should be stocking on board.
Expert troubleshooter Steve Zimmerman’s top seven technical tips for boat shoppers.
Using the correct fasteners for different applications can prevent onboard problems.
The crew of Celt, a Nordhavn 43, explore Australia and Indonesia on their multiyear circumnavigation.
All the right things, in all the right places.
Bearings from the Editor’s Desk
Devising a safe, easy way to get our dog on shore from an anchorage required some innovation.
Before you go to sea, know how to access telehealth services, acquire medication refills and get medical care.
Planning for loss of steering and engine control requires familiarity, not new equipment.
A set layout is paired with an impressive list of standard equipment on a proven hull design.
When you can’t go any faster or slower, there are other options to help you arrive safely.
Let’s bring back these nautical words and terms. They’re better than the way we communicate today.
Once a rescue craft, this Norway-built steel trawler is the ticket to ride for a venturesome crew.
