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  1. How-To

    8 Marine Knots Every Boater Should Know

    Emma Coady
    Mar 19, 2025

    Before you take your boat out on the water, learn these easy knots to make sure you stay safe and secure. …Read More

  2. How-To / Buying & Selling

    How to Buy a Boat: Tips for a First Time Buyer

    Carol Cronin
    Mar 19, 2025

    A step by step guide to buying a boat, from concept to closing. …Read More

  3. How-To

    The Ultimate Guide to Boat Terminology

    Liza McVinney
    Mar 12, 2025

    Understanding Boat Parts and Terms for Better Navigation and Communication on the Water. …Read More

  4. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Boat Building Basics: Fiberglass, Resin, Composites And Cores

    Lenny Rudow
    Feb 27, 2025

    A look at basic boat construction, fiberglass technology, and the fundamentals that modern boat builders use. …Read More

  5. How-To / Maintenance

    Boost Speed with Outboard Engine Height Adjustments

    Charles Plueddeman
    Feb 18, 2025

    Raising an outboard higher on the transom can reduce drag and raise top speed. …Read More

  6. How-To / Buying & Selling

    How to Sell Your Boat

    Lenny Rudow
    Feb 6, 2025

    Selling a used boat? Here's a step by step guide to make it happen quickly and easily. …Read More

  7. How-To / Seamanship

    Boats vs. Waves: Riding the Crest, Surviving the Trough

    Heather Francis
    Jan 28, 2025

    Capt. Heather Francis explores the art of mastering nature’s fury at sea. …Read More

  8. How-To / Seamanship

    5 Winter Disasters: Don’t Let These Happen to Your Boat!

    Lenny Rudow
    Jan 27, 2025

    During the long winter lay-up plenty of things can go awry. Make sure none of these winter disasters ruin your boat. …Read More

  9. How-To / Maintenance

    Stress-Free Haul Outs: 5 Tips for Cruisers Tackling Boatyard Projects

    Heather Francis
    Jan 20, 2025

    Practical advice on choosing boatyards, managing DIY projects and caring for the crew. …Read More

  10. How-To / Buying & Selling

    Making the Leap: Upgrading from Midsized Cruiser to Luxury Motor Yacht

    Emma Coady
    Jan 2, 2025

    Would you buy a 52-foot luxury sports cruiser without sea-trialing or even seeing it yourself? …Read More

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