With today’s technological advances, there are many ways to tackle the task of designing and producing boat graphics. Back in the day, and I mean about 15 years ago, the most common ways to have graphics applied to your boat was via plotter-cut vinyl or by hand painting them on. The biggest problem is that […]
Don’t Sweat It – Douse and Reef with a Lazy Jack System
A lazy jack system on your sailboat – a classic case of form vs. function. Some say it’s uncool. Some say it’s the usefulness that matters. Up to you to decide. Lazy jacks are rigging lines that are fitted to the upper section of the mast and come down towards the back and middle of […]
LED Navigation Lights For Boats Boost Long Lasting Reliable Power
Remember back when there was no such thing as LED navigational lights? We do. Luckily, times have changed! Boat light technology has changed, for the better! Gone are the days when all the navigational light lamps on boats where fitted with little incandescent bulbs that used to burn out at the first sign of night […]
Used Sails Save Jerry Sailor and his Catalina 27
Buying used sails to replace old, worn out ones on your boat is an excellent way to keep your sailboat safe and running at its best. It’s also a great way to save a lot of money. If you are on a budget and your boat maintenance funds have to go towards other parts of […]
The Ultimate Detailed Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint Guide
With such a big array of choices for antifouling boat bottom paint, the task of selecting the right one can be daunting. Read on to learn which one is right for your boat! This column is part of a 2 part series on boat paints. This section will focus on anti-fouling bottom paints where the […]