An often-overlooked task when preparing a boat for winter storage is care for the electronics. Even with the simplest of...
Marine engine mounts, which are made of steel plate with rubber or elastomer insert, have three functions: Transfer the thrust...
For many cruisers, self-reliance is a mantra that applies to system repairs, food supplies and health care. If you ain’t...
I was 10 years old. It was late, way past my bedtime. Mum, Dad and I were glued to the...
All of us like cruising far more than maintenance, but neglect is an expensive course to follow. As the promise...
Most boats have more than one battery or battery bank. While a simple runabout or tender may have just one...






