One question we are often asked is: “Which type of autopilot do I need? ” The answer really depends on the type of sailing you want to do. In…
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Technical Tuesdays
Technical Sailing Videos
Here you will find our collection of technical and how-to videos. The topics cover everything from the costs of sailing to step-by-step guides to common boat maintenance projects and tasks. If you have any suggestions for our technical videos- nicknamed 'Technical Tuesdays' after the day of the week we usually publish- then please contact us. We're always open to new ideas for content!
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One of the major advantages to living in a tropical area that receives heavy rain is that we often don’t need to use our watermaker to fill our tanks! However,…
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Before you set off sailing, you should be doing your essential engine checks. it’s quick and simple and should take no more than five minutes. However doing the checks before…
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How do you service your outboard? Why would you want to? Well, they all need attention on a regular basis. The motor cuts out, it won’t accelerate performance drops, you…
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Welcome to another Technical Tuesday episode! This week Nick’s topic is anchoring, and more specifically, how to anchor like a Superyacht! The title comes from a conversation we had with…
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Installing solar panels made easy. Every cruiser, R/V’er or person that wants to live off-grid needs to consider solar panels. They are a cheap and reliable source of renewable energy.…
