Are you the proud owner of a non-slip boat deck? If so, congratulations! You are part of a select group of sailors who have chosen to make their boat safe and comfortable for everyone on board. But what do you do when it comes time to clean your non-slip boat deck? Don’t worry, we have…
Sailing across the Atlantic is no small feat. In fact, it’s one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences a sailor can have. The journey can take anywhere from two weeks to two months, depending on the route you take and the weather conditions you encounter. But no matter how long it takes, sailing across…
Can you sail against the wind? It’s a question that many people ask, and it’s one that has puzzled sailors for centuries. The answer, it turns out, is both yes and no. While it is possible to sail against the wind, it’s not easy, and it requires careful planning and execution. That’s because the wind…
The Atlantic is the only ocean on Earth wider than it is long. Though it may seem like a daunting body of water to cross by boat, people have been doing it since the 1800s. Today, several dozen vessels make the crossing every year. So how long does it take to cross the Atlantic by…
How much does it cost to own a sailboat? This is a question I get asked a lot, and the answer, like most things in sailing, is “”it depends.”” There are a lot of variables to consider when trying to calculate the costs of owning a sailboat, including the size and type of boat, where…
Hello, sailors! In this article, we’ll be discussing the best sailboat companies and brands. If you’re in the market for a new sailboat, or are simply curious about what’s out there, this article is for you. We’ll be discussing the pros and cons of various brands, as well as taking a look at some of…
Welcome to my sailing blog! Today I’m going to show you how to seal the ends of nylon rope. This is a handy skill to know if you’re going to be doing any sailing, since nylon rope is often used on boats. There are a few different ways to seal the ends of nylon rope….
Hello sailing enthusiasts! As we all know, there’s nothing quite like heading out onto the open water, whether it’s for a leisurely cruise or a competitive race. And what better way to get into the sailing spirit than by watching a great sailing movie? To help get you into the mood for some sailing fun,…
As the name would suggest, the answer to this question is “yes”. Sailing is a sport, and a very challenging one at that. As a sport, sailing requires excellent athletic abilities, and also requires you to be very strategic in your thinking as well. When some people think of sailing, they imagine a sport where…
Sailing racers, cruisers, and dinghies all have one thing in common: they’re all sailboats. And all sailboats have one thing in common: they’re made of the same basic materials. To be more specific (and a bit more accurate), sailboats are made of wood, fiberglass, and polymers (plastics). Each material has different properties, and there are…
In this article, I’ll be discussing how long it would take to sail to Hawaii from various locations. I’ll also be discussing the various challenges that can be encountered while sailing to Hawaii. As someone who has sailed to Hawaii multiple times, I can attest that it is a beautiful and rewarding destination. However, it’s…
Draft is one of the most important aspects of a boat and it’s something that many boaters don’t even know what it is, or what it means. Draft is basically the depth of the hull below the water. It can be a complicated subject, but it’s also one that a little bit of basic information…