If you want to go on a daysail this week, a week-long vacation over the holidays, and then sail to…
Author: Matt C
Matt has been boating around Florida for over 25 years in everything from small powerboats to large cruising catamarans. He currently lives aboard a 38-foot Cabo Rico sailboat with his wife Lucy and adventure dog Chelsea. Together, they cruise between winters in The Bahamas and summers in the Chesapeake Bay.
What Color Is a Boat’s Sternlight?
You can learn a lot about boat lights if you just think about what they are for and what they…
Working with Sail Dimensions
Why measure sails? Sailmaking is a complex discipline that blends elements of science and art. Perhaps you want to get…
How to Heave To – Complete GUIDE
Sailboats are a little bit like airplanes in some ways. Their sails work like wings, sure. But they also cannot…
Winterizing an Outboard Motor – GUIDE
Winter is coming! If you are a boat owner, it’s time to learn how to winterize a boat motor. Winterizing…
Inboard vs Outboard Motors: How to Choose the Right One
Inboard-outboard, inboard, and outboard motors. All terms describe different types of engine setups on boats. Which is best, and how…
Starting Motor Out Of Water: How to Do It Safely
You might want to start a boat out of the water for many reasons, from boat maintenance to just running…
Do You Need a License to Drive a Boat? Definitive GUIDE
Boating laws vary from state to state, but generally, most places require boaters to have some amount of education. So…
How to Get Rid of a Boat: 5 Simple Ways
There comes a time in every boat’s life when it isn’t worth fixing up. Sometimes this is a result of…
Are Sea Rays Good Boats? Looking at The Company & Product Range
Sea Ray is one of the best-known brands of powerboats on the market. The company has been in business for…
What Determines if a Speed Is Safe for Your Boat? Answered!
One very noticeable difference between operating a boat is that there are no posted speed limits. In fact, there are…
Do Sailboats Have Motors? Types, Speeds & More EXPLAINED
Sailboats are designed to harness the wind and travel where ever they want to go, right? But many people don’t…
The Best and Cheapest Florida Liveaboard Marinas [LIST]
Here’s a look at some of the best and cheapest liveaboard Marinas in Florida. While slips are quite pricy, you can still find bargains in the quieter areas.
How to Remember Port and Starboard: 8 Fun Ways
When you first learn about boats, one of the trickier nautical terms to get your mind around is the use…
What is the Boat Steering Wheel Called? Answered!
There’s a ton of jargon to learn when you’re new to boating. Simple things – like what you call the…
The Perfect Wind Speed for Sailing – How Much Wind Do You Really Need? ANSWERED
If you’re new to sailing, you might be wondering what the best sailing wind speed is. It seems like an…
What Size Sailboat Do I Need? Sailboat Size Buying Guide
Picking the size of your first boat is one of the hardest choices you’ll ever have to make, at least…
Yacht vs Sailboat – A Definitive Guide
What exactly is a yacht, anyway? Does it have to be a motor boat? But what about large sailing yachts?…
Basics of Sailboat Hull Design – EXPLAINED For Owners
There are a lot of different sailboats in the world. In fact, they’ve been making sailboats for thousands of years.…
Comfortable Kayak Seat Upgrade Options
Many RVers and boaters carry a recreational kayak with them on their adventures. Kayaks are the nautical equivalent of bicycles–they…
How to Sail Into the Wind – Tacking a Sailboat
One of the first sailing fundamentals you learn with you’re new to the world of sailing is the idea of…
Helm for a Boat – Types, Features & Traditions
Here’s another one of those terms that sounds simple to define but is actually a bit more complicated. Most people…
Living on a Sailboat – Cruiserlife Reality, Pros & Cons Of Boat Life In 2023
What could be more romantic or inspiring than living on a sailboat? Maybe you dream of traveling and “sailing off…
Wing Keel Sailboats Explained – History, Purpose, Advantages & Disadvantages
Sailboat keels are more complex than many people give them credit for. Most people intuitively realize that the weight of…
Sailing Catamaran Speed
You’ve probably heard that one of the best reasons to get a catamaran is because they’re fast. After all, there’s…
How to Mark Anchor Chain – Complete GUIDE
Anchoring is a complex art form that requires knowing a bit of the theory and then practicing every chance you…
Best Sailing Sunglasses for Serious Sailors
Protecting your eyes and enhancing your vision are vital parts of the sailing lifestyle. Sailing without sunglasses can cause long-term…
Sailing Materials – What Are Sailboat Sails Made of?
Of all of the sailing materials found on the modern cruising or liveaboard sailboat, the sailing fabrics that make up…
What Should You Do if the Motor on Your Boat Catches Fire? – Boat Fire Safety GUIDE
Experiencing a fire on your boat, especially if the motor catches fire, can be a terrifying and dangerous situation. Ensuring…
What Sailing Bag to Buy? – 12 Best Sailing Bags for Boaters
There are dozens, if not hundreds, of sailing bags out there. Whether you need a big duffle to store your…