A cruising couple got the boat they wanted: a Maine-built lobster yacht finished in Connecticut, tailored for slow, comfortable cruising. Jim Long pilots Nancy Ann past a partially submerged log — one of the remnants of Tropical Storm Irene in the lower Connecticut River — on a late-season afternoon run. A retired project engineer, Long … Read more
Quick B3 Nautic Boiler: Reliable Marine Hot Water System The Quick B3 Nautic Boiler is a compact marine hot-water heater designed to deliver dependable, trouble-free hot water on board. Built with corrosion resistance and efficient insulation in mind, the B3 is intended for boatowners who need a durable, space-conscious solution for their onboard hot-water needs. … Read more
Owens Yacht Co. Flagship Cruiser: Big-Yacht Luxury for Everyday Boaters Advertised as “big-yacht luxury,” the 35-foot Flagship Cruiser from Owens Yacht Co. represented an accessible path to comfortable, well-appointed boating. Buyers in that era could acquire one for a payment plan of just $250 a month, a price point the company emphasized to highlight the … Read more
Weego N-Series Portable Jump Starters: Features, Models, and Practical Advice The Weego N-Series is a line of compact, portable jump starters designed for motorists and outdoor enthusiasts who want reliable, easy-to-use battery backup. These units combine jump-start capability with convenient charging for phones and devices, plus built-in lighting and intuitive clamp indicators. The N-Series offers … Read more
The U.S. Coast Guard commended five boaters rescued this spring after their 60-foot motoryacht sank in the Gulf of Alaska, praising the crew’s preparedness and calm response. The crew’s equipment and training helped the Coast Guard execute what officials called a textbook rescue. Owner Tom Alexander, 54, and the crew of the Nordic Mistress, a … Read more
Dawn Riley — A Career at the Helm of High-Performance Sailing Dawn Riley is widely recognized as one of the most accomplished racing sailors in the world. Her career spans ocean racing, multiple America’s Cup campaigns and leadership roles that have shaped the sport. Riley first gained international attention in the 1989–90 Whitbread Round the … Read more
It is a call that always comes sooner than grieving families expect. Relatives cling to the hope of one last flight, one more search pattern, and the Coast Guard sector commander — the person who must ultimately decide when to suspend operations — has to be the bearer of the worst news: nothing was found … Read more
Remembering the 1938 Hurricane: Context for Understanding Superstorm Sandy About 24 hours before Superstorm Sandy struck southern New Jersey, my brother and I stood in a steady drizzle at the family home in southwestern Rhode Island and found an old mark on the front walk showing how high water rose during the Great New England … Read more
Boat Self-Reliance: Practical Tips and Expert Guides for Onboard Troubleshooting Self-reliance on the water is every boater’s best safety margin. Alongside a reliable tow service or professional help, the ability to improvise, repair, and preserve your vessel can turn a potentially serious situation into a manageable inconvenience. Below you’ll find curated guidance from seasoned authors … Read more
Captain William Pinkney: Solo Circumnavigator and Keeper of Maritime Memory Captain William Pinkney first rose to national prominence in 1991 when, at age 55, he completed a solo circumnavigation of the globe in a Valiant 47 yacht named Commitment. Covering roughly 27,000 miles and rounding the notoriously treacherous Cape Horn, Pinkney became widely recognized not … Read more