
The Sound of Silence
When the author grew tired of running a noisy genset while at anchor in his Selene 60, he installed a solar array.

When the author grew tired of running a noisy genset while at anchor in his Selene 60, he installed a solar array.

Researchers have built entire careers “discovering” stuff that we boaters already know.

British sculptor Glyn Foulkes keeps the art of crafting vessel figureheads alive.

Robert Beebe inspired legions of long-distance cruisers, and continues to do so today.

Our Duffy 37 needed more storage. Here’s how we solved that problem and more.

Since deciding on a used Fleming 55, this couple are realizing their passagemaking aspirations while cruising the Australian coast.

The average trawler owner keeps his boat for around three years. Why not share the cost and work?

When these Kadey-Krogen owners decided to refit their 48 for living aboard, the skipper had to adjust to the architect, and vice versa.

Only those skippers with a taste for misfortune fail to follow boating’s superstitions.

Buddy boating can be a great experience, as long as everyone understands its limitations.

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

Video Podcast

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.

Dickie Walker stands proudly as a blend of rugged seaworthiness and luxury design.

Twin 1,000-hp Volvo Penta D13s and 285 nautical miles of range give the new Absolute 70 Fly the room and speed to roam.

After more than 500,000 nautical miles as yacht delivery captains, Assen and Nikolay Alexandrov are still bringing boats home.

A Titan of Marine Journalism

Windlass and ground tackle maintenance can make all the difference in an emergency.

Good seamanship means using every available tool, but never relying on any one alone.