Nurdle’s New Stern Tube
A satisfying solution to a difficult problem Issue 154: Jan/Feb 2024 Haulouts are always a...
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Author: John Churchill
Forestay Grabber
A clever solution for raising a mast on a small boat Issue 155: March/April 2024 I have a...
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Turning a Derelict Thistle Into a ThistleCruiser
When the right boat proves elusive, a sailor tackles a major overhaul. Issue 155: March/April 2025...
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Simple Solutions: What are all these hoses for?
An easy and satisfying project to keep all your hoses organized. A friend of mine has a very large...
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Modernizing a Guest Anchor Light
I used to own a Guest model 461 anchor light, a popular piece of gear when many of our good old...
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Communication Skills
A backup battery system for a fixed-mount VHF ensures communications in an emergency....
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A Step Aboard
My previous boat was a traditional cutter with an outboard rudder and boomkin, precluding the use...
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Insights on sidelights
A tour of the marina was illuminating My good fortune to live on a small barrier island in Florida...
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Instrument Sun Cover
A homemade replacement is the answer My good old boat was a former racer and came with a KVH...
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