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Tips on Navigating the Hazards of Bora Bora

December 23, 2023/by Bill Ibsen

The entire southern end of Bora Bora’s lagoon is unnavigable to sailboats due to its shallow waters, although much of it can be traversed by dinghy. This means that for incoming sailboats to visit the picturesque eastern side lagoon…

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Tips

July 13, 2023/by Grant Headifen

If you are going sailing in the Mediterranean, here are some great Sailing in the Mediterranean Tips to help plan and enjoy your trip.

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Dual Rudder: Maneuvering Under Power

June 24, 2023/by Trisha Evelyn

When a monohull sailboat has dual rudders, it will act differently than with a single rudder, so knowing what these differences are and how to manage them will save you a lot of headaches (and will keep you safer).

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Empowering Women in Sailing

June 10, 2023/by Trisha Evelyn

Instructor Merilee Wright discusses her passion for empowering women to learn to sail and become role models for others.

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Hybrid Propulsion Systems for Sailboats

April 5, 2023/by Grant Headifen

We discuss the advantages of the diesel-electric hybrid solution for sailboats and why now, more than ever, is the time to install such a system on your new or used vessel.

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Common Bareboat Chartering Mistakes

November 30, 2022/by Trisha Evelyn

Bareboat chartering a new boat in a new place is sure to throw you for a loop. Here are common bareboat chartering mistakes to avoid.

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The Racing and Yelling Thing

May 2, 2022/by Grant Headifen

None of us like yelling on sailboats, and racing is a poor excuse for it. Quick advice on being a better skipper from Capt. Marc Hughston.

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#89 Security is a kind of death

January 17, 2022/by Grant Headifen

Did you ever notice the first thing a non-sailor will ask an experienced sailor is, “Have you ever been in a bad storm? I think Tennessee Williams said it best – Security is a kind of death.

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Sailing Bucket List

January 2, 2014/by Grant Headifen

How to make sailing part of your bucket list, learn sailing, and join a yacht club with or without owning a sailboat.

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Anchoring in a Regatta Race

May 27, 2012/by Grant Headifen

Best tactics and practices for properly anchoring while in a regatta race.

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