Europe’s largest boat races
With the Spi Ouest-France, which just took place in the Bay of Quiberon, we really got into the swing of things. This regatta is one of the most important in Europe.
So let’s take a look at the largest European regattas.
Protecting Your Digital Gear Onboard: Tips for Cruisers, Racers and Boaters
Unlike specialized marine electronics, consumer-grade devices aren’t designed to withstand the harsh conditions of life at sea.
Caring for your digital equipment onboard is key to ensuring reliability when you need it most.
Aluminium Hull Guardian: a Practical Guide to DC Stray Current Detectors
Let’s examine how stray current occurs in DC electrical systems, what types of detectors are available, how to install them correctly, and how to track down the most common causes of leaks before they compromise your hull.
Tighten Up: Rigging Tension Made Simple
A correctly tensioned standing rigging keeps the mast on-axis. It gives the sails their intended shape, and eliminates unwanted flex that slows the boat. For the everyday owner, the payoff is safer handling and fewer surprise adjustments when the wind picks up. For the performance-oriented sailor…
Avoid the blind spot of modern boating
Two XXL performances in two days! Athletically and humanly, these are breathtaking feats. They highlight how much a boat in good condition can make a difference.
Off to a great start for 2026! ✨
Ready4Sea 2026 has all you need to get off on the right foot. It’s so much better than Ready4Sea 2025.
How different is it? Here is a recap of the main releases we put out last year:
7 Hitches for a smooth ride aboard
Hitches give you a reliable, adjustable fastening point that can be loaded, shifted, and released without having to splice or re‑tie the whole line. Let’s walk through seven of the most useful hitches.
A brief history of maritime radio
Do you know how wireless telegraphy and then radio revolutionized maritime navigation?
The invention of radio dates back to 1895-1899. As early as 1902, sailors began using it to transmit weather conditions. This was probably the first use of maritime radio.
Essential tips for high-latitude cruising
Sailing in these cold and remote waters is particularly demanding. Here are a few tips to make cruising under high latitudes easier.
How large is a spring tide?
Not all spring tides are created equal. So how do mariners quantify them? Ways to do so vary significantly around the world!
