Bertram 20 Restoration: Engine, Hull and Interior Tips
Charlie and Diane Ford came to boating by different paths but share a deep passion for being on the water. Diane’s interest began in childhood—her father was always…
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Final Call: Comment on the Whale Speed Rule
Time is running out for the recreational boating community to weigh in on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s proposed North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule.…
Sailing Yachts Built to Chase the Horizon
Some boats are designed to travel long distances, and some people are determined to take them as far as possible. Tom and Jan Newman, aboard their Nordhavn 41…
Defender 25 Boat Refit: Full Restoration and Modern Upgrades
Rob Judge is a lifelong high-performance boat enthusiast who spent his summers running a Cigarette 38 on Lake Erie. Wanting a craft he could use through the colder…
Why Visit Cape May on Your Next Cruise
There are many compelling reasons to visit Cape May, New Jersey. This historic seaside town at the southern tip of the state has been a celebrated summer resort…
How to Maintain Outdoor Teak Furniture
How to Maintain Exterior Teak: Cleaning, Sealing, and Practical Care Teak is prized for strength and durability, and it’s commonly used for decks, covering boards, swim platforms, ladder…
How to Install a Marine Sound System on Your Boat
Two years after installing a two‑speaker sound system on his new 22‑foot Panga, John Salafia ran into repeated problems with one speaker and decided it was time for…
How Artisan Boatworks Delivered a Custom Boat On Time
Artisan Boatworks Builds 40-Foot Daysailer “Wisp” in Record Time Alec Brainerd’s Artisan Boatworks, a compact yard in Rockport, Maine, is known for restoring and maintaining wooden yachts by…
DIY Marine Electronics: Installation Mistakes to Avoid
I come from a family of engineers, but I’m the outlier: a journalist who, despite being handy enough to restore a Whitehall skiff and five houses, has always…
12 Boat Designers Who Shaped Maritime History
It doesn’t matter which dock you walk down—Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Port Townsend, Washington; Newport, Rhode Island; or anywhere in between. Every boat you see—the styling cues, hull shapes,…
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