Even though it’s not always dangerous,…
Diesel Deep Dive: DIY Fails
For many of us, self-reliance in the marine world is a critical component of being a successful boat owner. The desire to do our own work has its own organic motivations, but it can also be attributed to the often…
Tight Quarter Maneuvering Technique with Twin Rudders and Bow Thruster
More and more modern boats are employing twin rudders. They have advantages under sail, but some think they're harder to maneuver in tight spots under motor power. Here are some handy techniques.... After a sail test on the…
Working on sail trim to get Ariel up to speed on…Nigel Calder Returns to Wooden Boat Festival
Every September, the Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend offers a huge variety of informative seminars given by boating professionals on a range of topics — this year is no different! Renowned boat systems expert Nigel…
The author can…Three Sheets Northwest: Snagged in the Swinomish
The Swinomish channel current swirls alongside…
Lessons Learned Off Point No Point
PNW Sailors Find Out That This Notorious Tide Rip Is No Joke It was a beautiful Friday and my wife, Sandy, and I were on the way from our home port of Port Townsend to Kingston in our 1983 Pearson 303, Spiritus. We were…
Mobile Pumpout Boats Gain Popularity, Expand Throughout Puget Sound
Amazon Prime, Uber Eats, Instacart: All of…
#TBT The ABSURDITY of Boat Projects
Pacific Northwest-based cruisers Becca and John sailed away on their Valiant 40 Halcyon and shared their great stories with 48° North for several years. In the time since, they've returned to our local waters, moved aboard a…
