While planning a sailing trip to the Abacos (Bahamas), I heard that certain types of sunscreen might damage the reef so I wondered if this was voluntary or a requirement and if in fact the sunscreen...
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What are Catamaran (Dinghy) Davits and Why Do You Need Them?
I keep hearing about davits on catamarans and after seeing a boat that was for sale with a broken davit (and missing its dinghy) I wanted to know more about them, so I did some research and learned...
As my wife and I are planning our liveaboard, cruising plans, many questions continue to arise. When we think of them, we write them down and add them to our list. Sometimes the questions are more...
20 Steps for a Beginner to Take Before Deciding to Live on a Sailing Catamaran
When I started thinking about living on a sailing catamaran, I really only had the experience of a couple of weeks on charter cats. After several months and countless hours of research, I learned...
With hundreds of boat shows happening each year, I wondered which boat shows were best for sailing. So many boat shows are more like regional home shows where there are more people selling...
Can You Sail a Boat From the Great Lakes to Florida Without Demasting?
I grew up in the Great Lakes; near Lake Michigan to be exact. I thought it would be a great adventure to sail a catamaran through the Great Lakes. The summer is short so I would want to go back...