Your Boat’s Outer Skin
August 29, 2024
Gelcoat can protect your boat season after season—if you follow these maintenance tips when it’s time for repairs.
Gelcoat can protect your boat season after season—if you follow these maintenance tips when it’s time for repairs.
A power failure at sea highlights the ins and outs of multi-voltage systems.
Whether hauling out annually or less often, follow this haul-out game plan to get the most from your time “on the hard.”
When it comes to your windlass, what you “don’t” see is what needs the most TLC.
Using a power buffer to properly clean and polish your gelcoat is best for your boat, and your sanity.
Is it possible for a diesel engine to start up all on its own?
Creating a library of owner’s manuals and other stuff has real, hands-on advantages.
Need to turn a small circular hole in a bulkhead, deck or other surface into a larger one? Here’s a tip.
While not a replacement for bottom paint, Ultrasonic Antifouling systems can help keep your hull cleaner, extend paint life and improve fuel economy.
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.
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.
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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.
