Check the Little Things Before Setting Sail Here is an old proverb that seems so appropriate to sailing: (more…)
Sailing trivia is a great way to get your non-sailing friends interested in sailing. It's also fun to challenge experienced…
As the velocity of the wind increases or decreases, you need to adjust the draft of your sails for the…
Sailing Miles Out at Sea Requires Special Safety Considerations! Sailing in the infamous 1979 Fastnet Race, when an unforecast storm…
Convenience, ease of operation and safety make roller-furling headsails popular with cruising sailors. Most cruising sailboats use roller-furling headsails. In…
Using the Wind: Other Options for Depowering You might be out there alone or with inexperienced crew. Or you might…
The Transatlantic Race – Past and Present Starting June 28, 2015 forty-one yachts ranging from 40’ to 125’ will set…
More can be gained or lost in one healthy wind shift that can usually be made up by any amount…
Exercises for Sailing One of the wonderful things about sailing is how forgiving it is. You can participate at any…
How To Overcome Seasickness Whether it’s you or someone you know, dealing with seasickness can be a paralyzing problem on…