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A practical, opinionated guide to sailboat maintenance from a seasoned sailor. Learn the key checks and tasks to keep your boat safe and fast.
A practical, no-nonsense guide to sailboat maintenance. Learn how to inspect and care for your rigging, sails, and engine to prevent breakdowns and st...
Most sailors pamper their engines and ignore their sails. I've been guilty of it too—until a blown clew in 25 knots changed my mind. Here's why sail c...
A practical, opinionated maintenance walkthrough for sailboat owners: inspect the rig, trim sails, mind the hull, and prep for any weather.
Most sailors obsess over sail trim, but the real maintenance threat is standing rigging. Check your rig first, then trim.
A head-to-head comparison of two essential maintenance routines: standing rigging inspection and sail care. I argue that rigging checks are the non-ne...
We treat the beam reach as a maintenance-free sweet spot, but it's the worst place to inspect your rig. Here's why you should deliberately sail close-...