Points of sail, boat types, and sailing.
Cruising sailors often default to a big overlapping genoa. But for shorthanded crews and serious passagemaking, a non-overlapping jib may be the smart...
Skip the keelboat. Learn to sail in a dinghy—it's cheaper, safer, and teaches you wind sense that big boats can't. Here's how to start.
Chasing postcard-perfect anchorages can get you becalmed or battered. Here's how to choose a sailing destination based on wind, tides, and your actual...
Learn why the beam reach is the fastest point of sail and how to harness its power with proper trim and technique.
Most sailors obsess over sail trim, but the real maintenance threat is standing rigging. Check your rig first, then trim.
Heading to a specific anchorage? The fastest point of sail isn't always a beam reach. Wind direction, boat type, and tides matter. Here's how to plan ...
From my first stormy night to recommending the right gear, this is how I'd equip a sailboat for real-world sailing, based on hard facts and a healthy ...
Planning a San Juan Islands cruise? Here's why a beam reach is your fastest, safest point of sail, and how to set up your sloop for a perfect passage.
Think you need to sail close to the wind for speed? Wrong. I'll show you why beam reach is your fastest point and how to trim for it.
The no-go zone isn't a limitation—it's the key to sailing. Here's how to turn the wind's 90-degree blind spot into your advantage, from points of sail...
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...
Dacron sails are tough and cheap, but laminated sails hold shape longer and point higher. Here's how to choose based on your sailing style and budget.