Most buyers approach boats with the wrong framework. Unlike cars, there’s no mileage benchmark, no universal build standard, and no simple depreciation curve. ...

In a lithium fire scenario, there’s no fighting it—only reacting. These fires generate their own oxygen and escalate instantly, turning the cabin into an ...

On vous partage une partie de notre vie en suisse en attendant de partir pour Madagascar. Et on est heureux de vous partager ces merveilleuses images. On vous ...

Boats from the late 1970s can be exceptional—but they come with specific risks tied to material changes during the oil crisis era. Osmosis issues aren’t ...

Giving Old Winches New Grip: https://www.practical-sailor.com/subscriber-only/giving-old-winches-new-grip/ Are marinas starting to quietly ban older boats? ...

A lot of sailors delay leaving because they’re waiting for everything to be perfect—but that moment never comes. Offshore experience is built by going, not by ...

Systems fail—and when they do, your crew needs to be able to operate without them. Training under stripped-down conditions builds the instincts and confidence ...

Even minor, unseen damage to a lithium battery can lead to internal failure—especially in a marine environment where impact and water exposure are common. Once ...

Not all used boats are equal—and it often comes down to the owner. From minimal maintenance to full bluewater refits, understanding who owned the boat before ...

Some boats stand out for their unconventional design—but that uniqueness can become a major limitation offshore. If a vessel can’t be easily serviced or ...

Drilling a table mount directly above our fuel tank. No room for error. 😬 Tim breaks down exactly how he handled it — and why this trick applies to every boat ...

Being a captain isn’t about certification—it’s about mindset. The responsibility begins the moment you decide to take people out, and your crew will look to ...

Our Gen 2 Starlink died while sailing offshore — and Starlink replaced it with a brand new Gen 3. For free. Then we made it even better with a direct 12V ...

We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement budget. Follow us on our sailing channel as we ...

We are two recently retired educators, looking to live the blue water cruising life on a teachers' retirement budget. Follow us on our sailing channel as we ...

The first few days offshore are when fatigue is at its worst—and when decision-making breaks down. Without proper rest and watch structure, even experienced ...

A well-maintained boat tells a clear story. From upgraded rigging to structural decisions like removing teak decks, the details reveal whether a vessel has ...

We finally took on one of the biggest and most important upgrades you can do on a sailboat… replacing all of our standing rigging. With our rigging over 14 ...

STUCK on Preveza Town Quay AGAIN — No Greek Transit Log, Unreliable Battery Bank, Bad Weather & Endless Boat Fixes! 😩 Week 2 on the Preveza town quay and ...

3 weeks without food, 3 days without water. Most sailors have emergency water somewhere on the boat — but can you grab it in 5 seconds before you step off? 10 ...

Welcome back to Sailing UV ⛵🔥 (aka the greatest sailing show on Earth… obviously) If you're new here — I’m Jonathan, this is Violet 🐶, and we’re slowly ...

It's cheaper. It's also a different chemistry — one that burns at 2,000° and generates its own oxygen. Your extinguisher is irrelevant. Your exit becomes the ...

Navigating the Casamance River delta in Senegal is as magical as it is nerve-wracking. In this episode, a pod of dolphins finds me—first following in my wake, ...

Hi guys, welcome back to Sailing Clueless Crew! We sold everything and finally moved aboard our Fountain Pajot Astrea 42 catamaran in the boat yard—raw footage ...