NEW 48N Video: Jib Lead Refit with Jonathan McKee
48° North is launching a new video initiative and our first edition is now live, we hope you like it! 48° North is extremely excited and proud to announce that we're starting up a video production operation to complement our…
#TBT: Cruiser “Car” Upgrades
In our latest Throwback Thursday, we take a look your dinghy and how it can be upgraded for success when cruising. While waiting out winter in Washington, we’re slowly preparing for the upcoming cruising season about our…
Boat Test: Island Packet 42 Motor Sailer
Island Packet Yachts is building toward a nearly 50-year legacy. Founded by naval architect Bob Johnson in 1979 and growing to notoriety as one of the prominent American sailboat builders, Island Packet has ushered in a new…
MANTUS M3 CHAIN HOOK
Designing…Boat Test: Hanse 460
I love a boat test, whether older designs or brand new. This month, I had the chance to get out on one of the freshest offerings, the Hanse 460. Though the design made its debut elsewhere as early as 2022, I had the good…
November Products News
Mustang Survival Meris Waterproof Salopette Building on the proven design of the Meris Waterproof Bibs, Mustang Survival’s new Meris Waterproof Salopette offers a relaxed fit with reduced bulk for unrestricted movement.…
“Joe, I’m buying a boat! Am…Video: Pouring a 9,000 Pound Molten Lead Keel Bulb
48° North contributors Matt Steverson and Janneke Petersen have been busy with their racer-to-cruiser refit of the Open 60 Duracell, most recently pouring a 9,000 pound led bulb for the boat's keel. We love following along…