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.
Tag: Preparation
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.
Keep the Right Eye Open: the Best Loop Knots for Boaters
Secure your boat with the essential loop knots every sailor needs. Learn how to tie various bowlines, the alpine butterfly, the overhand loop and more. All in one concise guide with strengths, weaknesses, and pro tips.
5 secrets to preparing the sale of your used boat
Thinking about selling your boat but don’t know where to start?
Selling a used boat can be a daunting task. But with the right information and careful preparation, you’ll be able to sell your boat at the best price.
Let’s take a look at the most important factors to consider for a successful sale. It will then be ready for a survey and appraisal, if requested by the buyer.
Joining Two Lines: Selecting the Right Bend for Boaters
Knowing how to securely join two lines is an important skill for a variety of tasks, from mooring to towing. Bends are knots specifically designed and used to join two lines together. Mastering these few key knots can make your boating experience safer and more efficient.
Ensure Your Lines Don’t Unreeve Thanks to Stopper Knots
Ensuring that your lines stay secure and don’t slip through blocks or fairleads is crucial. Here are a few stopper knots commonly used aboard boats: how to tie them and when to use them (and when not to).
Online training for boating and sailing: fact or fiction?
Building confidence in your sailing skills, understanding maneuvers before stepping aboard… You can now do it all from home, thanks to Ocean Skills.
Wooden boat varnish: the best protection and finish
Choosing the right varnish for a wooden boat is an essential step. It guarantees not only the boat’s aesthetic appeal, but also its durability in marine conditions.
Preventing and fighting fire aboard: the complete guide
Find out how to prepare for the risk of fire: gear up and learn the right tricks to keep your boat and crew safe!
How to Eliminate Unpleasant Odors on Board
Persistent moisture, wastewater tanks, fuel vapors: Fortunately, these issues are far from inevitable on a boat. Here’s how to avoid them.
