How to Launch a Sailboat with a Fixed Keel: A Step by Step Guide
Every sailboat has a keel. Whether yours is stationary (fixed) or flexible (moveable) depends on the model of your sailboat. If your boat has a fixed keel, you may struggle to launch the vessel into...
Is Sailing Bad for the Environment? (Plus 13 Tips to Do Better)
Today, everyone should do their part to conserve our environment. We only have one planet earth, and the efforts we make now and in the future could preserve it for generations to come. That has you...
Whether you’re sailing for a day, a week, or a lifetime, you cannot plan a safe expedition without knowing the weight capacity of your vessel. This max amount of recommended weight tells you how...
Whether your next boat trip is two miles out or 200, there are certain must-have items you should never go without. This equipment can ensure the safety of all passengers onboard your boat, not to...
Are you thinking about if it’s safe and structurally sound to rest your sailboat on its keel? While each boat is different and requires different considerations, in general, it is possible to rest...
Woohoo! It’s your first time sailing and you couldn’t be more excited. You’ve combed through this blog and learned quite a lot about what it takes to be a good sailor, and you think you’re...
