Sailing the 1983 Nauticat 43, S/V Calainë, along the eastern side of Gibraltar. Photo by Heidi Cook. ...
On January 25, 2024 / By Sandy ParksHere’s a story that we like to come back to from time to time since it is both unique ...
On August 14, 2024 / By George DayCruising Compass Readers Have Spoken: Coppercoat Really Works
This spring, Cruising Compass surveyed its readers to ask what antifouling coating they go back to year after year because it works so well. These are knowledgeable sailors and veteran boat owners, so their experience matters. We’re proud to say that the Coppercoat’s antifouling system finished third, right below two other much cheaper brands. Many readers left comments with the survey that echoed this one from Mark. M in San Diego: “I’ve had Coppercoat on my boat for six years and it still works perfectly.”
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In Last week’s Just Cruising column, I asked the question of whether or not, in this age of advanced ...
On June 4, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France — This week, the largest builder of catamarans over the last three decades introduced at the Cannes Boat Show a brand-new Lagoon 60. The company, based ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France– Groupe Beneteau, the world’s largest builder of recreational craft from 18 to 80 feet, announced on Tuesday that the Excess line of cruising catamarans was introducing ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France – On Monday, Fontaine Pajot, one of the world leading catamaran builders, made several announcements about the company at the Cannnes Boat Show with the highlight ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayBefore reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge and experiences with the Cruising Compass family. Thanks. ...
On September 4, 2024 / By George DayThe Newport International Boat Show in historic Newport, Rhode Island, that runs from September 12 to 15 brings together the first big collection of sailboats for the fall ...
On September 4, 2024 / By George DayThe German builder Hanse’s new 590 cruising sloop is a big boat in all ways but was conceived by its designers to be a couple’s cruising boat even ...
On August 28, 2024 / By George DayBefore reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge ...
On September 9, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France — This week, the largest builder of catamarans over the last three decades introduced at the Cannes Boat Show a brand-new Lagoon 60. The company, based ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France — This week, the largest builder of catamarans over the last three decades introduced at the Cannes ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France– Groupe Beneteau, the world’s largest builder of recreational craft from 18 to 80 feet, announced on Tuesday ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayCannes, France – On Monday, Fontaine Pajot, one of the world leading catamaran builders, made several announcements about the ...
On September 10, 2024 / By George DayBefore reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge ...
On September 9, 2024 / By George DayIn what constellation in the night sky will you fine the bright star Betelgeuse? Send your answers to ...
On September 9, 2024 / By George DayBefore reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your knowledge ...
On September 4, 2024 / By George DayNow in it’s 60th year, the Dutch boat builder Contest Yachts recently announced that it has completed the design work and specifications for their new 63CS sloop. The ...
On July 31, 2024 / By George DayWauquiez, the venerable French boat builder, has not introduced a new model since it launched the 42 in 2018. And, when it did go public with the new ...
On July 15, 2024 / By George DaySolaris Yachts in Italy is celebrating its 50th anniversary in business by launching a brand new version of their popular Solaris 55. The new design, drawn by Soto ...
On May 22, 2024 / By George DayThere’s something about Maine-built boats that sets them and their owners apart. It has to do with tradition, honesty and a deep commitment to craftsmanship. It is no ...
On May 8, 2024 / By George DayMustang has long been a leader in marine safety gear and inflatable personal flotation deveices so it is news ...
On July 30, 2024 / By George DayThe Fountain Pajot-Dufour Yachts Group, based in France, has become one of the largest builders of sailing yachts, multihulls ...
On April 24, 2024 / By George DayThis is a bit of a plug for an ASA summer program for teens but we know the program ...
On May 1, 2024 / By George DayThe Race to Alaska, known as R2AK, announced in March that the engineless sailing event from Port Townsend, WA ...
On April 24, 2024 / By George DayThere’s no better way to learn the ropes of blue water sailing and passage making than to jump on ...
On April 17, 2024 / By George DayIf you and your crew are planning to enter offshore events or rallies this year, or will be making ...
On April 17, 2024 / By George DayThe Moorings announced this week that the charter company has opened a new base in La Paz, Mexico. La ...
On June 19, 2024 / By George DayThe Bottom Paint Store takes on questions regarding the application of paint. Questions, and answers,include insufficient adhesion, insufficient flexibility, ...
On January 25, 2024 / By Sandy ParksAs the article in boatwatch.org states, almost everyone knows someone who has had a dinghy and outboard motor stolen. ...
On January 4, 2024 / By Sandy ParksAn important step once you’ve hauled your boat for the winter is to winterize the engine. You need to ...
On November 30, 2023 / By Sandy ParksTiller or wheel, which do you prefer? There are advantages and disadvantages to both. Initially a wheel is easiest ...
On November 30, 2023 / By Sandy Parks(lecremedalacrumb.com) – All you need to have the start of a healthy dinner is salmon fillets, olive oil, garlic, ...
On January 25, 2024 / By Sandy ParksWelcome to 2024 and why not let the celebration continue a little bit more. This recipe from baileys.com makes ...
On January 4, 2024 / By Sandy ParksIn what constellation in the night sky will you fine the bright star Betelgeuse? Send your answers to ...
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