48° North Boat Test: Hallberg-Rassy 40C
It’s a rare occurrence for me to conduct a boat test and have an experience far from expectations. Some, I know I’ll love from the jump. Others, I know I’m really exploring how well a boat does the job it sets out to do and…
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Making the Leap to Multiple Hulls
A monohull sailor’s experience diving into the world of multihulls.
One of the amazing aspects of…
Mustang Survival Hudson and Helix…Introducing Necessary or Nice: Full Enclosures
Welcome to the first installment of Necessary or Nice, a new column where we tackle the age-old question for cruisers and sailors alike: Is a particular “thing” truly essential for cruising, or is it a nicety that makes life…
Upcycling to the Grizzly Skiff
Heady boat nerds will be familiar with the philosophical paradox known as “The Ship of Theseus.” Originally recorded by the Greek Philosopher, Plutarch, this famous thought experiment poses the question of whether something…
Shifting Gears: Clutch Before Shifting
Sitting in a canoe with cold fingers and feet, watching a beautiful dark blue hulled ketch slowly motor by—its occupants comfortable and dry under their dodger—filled me with envy. This was especially true knowing that we…
Drainman Bilge Pump
If you’re…Marine Thrift Swap Meet, April 5 in Port Townsend
The Marine Thrift Swap Meet is back to serve and stoke boat folk of all stripes. Join your fellow boaters at one of the PNW’s best bargain boating bazaars to stock up on used and useful tools, hardware, boat supplies, and…