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How to Register a Boat: State Title vs. US Coast Guard Documentation Explained

March 24, 2026/by Merrill Homann-Charette

Learn how to register a boat: understand the differences between state title and USCG documentation for your vessel.

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How to Negotiate When Buying a Boat

March 22, 2026/by Merrill Homann-Charette

Get expert tips on how to negotiate when buying a boat, helping you make an informed investment for your sailing experience.

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How to Trim the Headsail – Using the Fairlead?

February 20, 2026/by Grant Headifen

Master headsail trim by learning how fairlead position affects sail twist, power, and boat heel. This step-by-step visual explains when to move the fairlead forward or aft for better upwind performance and control.

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Mast Head pull heeling versus wind heeling

January 3, 2026/by Grant Headifen

Takeaways: Standing rigging isn’t the place to economize—it’s a load-management system. Use stretchy docklines for masthead pulls, avoid shock loads, and apply smooth, steady pressure. Snatch loads break rigs.

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Fin Keel versus a Full Keel Efficiency

December 13, 2025/by Grant Headifen

Basic Newtonian physics says keel force scales with water density, area, and velocity squared. So if a fin keel and full keel had the same area, shouldn’t they perform the same? And since full keels often have more area, it seems like they should do better—not worse.

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Panic Is Contagious on the Water

September 17, 2025/by Merrill Homann-Charette

Explore the dynamics of panic on boats and how a skipper’s emotions affect everyone on board during chaotic situations.

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The Geography of Confidence

September 14, 2025/by Merrill Homann-Charette

Unlock your boating potential by gaining knowledge. Explore how boating confidence through education expands your horizons.

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The Real Reason Most Boats Sit Idle: Fear

September 11, 2025/by Merrill Homann-Charette

Explore the fear of docking boats and how it keeps many sailors from sailing. Learn to overcome this common barrier.

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Pre-Sail Risk Assessment for Sailing Skippers and Instructors

August 10, 2025/by Guest Author

Understand the importance of sailing risk assessment to ensure safety and preparedness on the water – by NauticEd instructor and professional pilot Gordy Cox.

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How to Gybe Single Handedly

May 26, 2025/by Grant Headifen

An easy guide on how to gybe single handed. Shows an animation with step-by-step instructions. Gybe Ho!

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