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Tips on Tacking Your Hobie Cat
Sometimes you have to thank the heavens for the invention of slow motion! When you're on the boat and tacking or…
6 Things To Do To De-Winterize Your Sailboat for Spring
Six Things To Do Now to De-Winterize Your Sailboat for Spring
It's the first day of Spring and we're watching…
White Sails vs. Colored Sails: Which Is Better?
While visiting Ullman Sails in San Diego last week, an interesting conversation emerged. As I was setting up…
How To Save A Man Overboard
You hear a splash off the port side of the boat. Pretty soon you hear the slapping of the water and a quiet cry of…
Why Stretching is Important Before Sailing
Let's talk about why stretching is important before sailing. Actually, the first question you may be asking…
Budget Navigation Lights For Small Boats
Are you needing some navigation lights for your next boat outing. Here are some ideas for playing it safe next…
Mast Rake and Rig Tuning
How does mast rake work? This is a subject to spend some time on and make your rig set up the best. This is an…
Sailing Race Warm-Up Before The Start
Here is what veteran sailor and Americas Cup Racer Terry Hutchinson does before the start of a race. I like this…
Saftey on the Sailboat Part I
Last nights lecture on First and Safety on the Sailboat prompted us to take a minute and talk about some critical…
LED Headlights For Night Sailing
LED headlight for your next night sailing adventure. Want to add a little light to your next evening cruse or…