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Protection and lifting handles all in one Issue 96 : May/Jun 2014 When my husband, David, suggests I do some sewing, it’s usually for a project he’d really like to have done and one I’d rather not tackle. I’m a reluctant seamstress. When, after a sufficient delay, he further suggests that I should show him...
. . . but you can still enjoy the journey Issue 96 : May/Jun 2014 We should have known better. Over the years we have tried to plan ahead and have mail waiting for us when we arrived somewhere, but we soon discovered that pre-planning in this way guarantees that we will never arrive at...
Chocolate bars made on board are tasty and economical Issue 96 : May/Jun 2014 Could there be a sailboat afloat that doesn’t have chocolate bars, chocolate chips, or chocolate drink powder crammed into a locker somewhere? Few treats do more to boost a demoralized crew (or skipper), shorten a tedious night watch, or add luxury...
Registries can reveal a lot Issue 96 : May/Jun 2014 We’re all curious about the good old boats out there. You’ve probably learned to recognize some boats by their sail insignias, cove stripes, the shapes of their hulls, and other identifying features like portlights. The next time you’re stumped, check to see if there’s a...
