Sail Delmarva

[First posted summer 2016] On reasons to visit the boat regularly, at least in the spring... "What in the hell was she thinking?...

The English company making this devise folded, from what I understand. Basically, it is like one of the gas struts that lifts your hatchb...

I'm starting to use Dyneema more and more. I like the ease of use, economy, and the light weight. But just because it is corrosion re...

I've research all manner of things sailin-related. Drogues and sea anchors, and MOB prevention tools such as tethers and jacklines have ...

Pretty darn simple, but it's the holiday season. Because the rudder swings down and into a slot in the hull when the rudder is lifted,...

I spent a LOT of time researching this topic, through the literature and by staring at a load cell for hours and hours. I used all sorts o...

It seems quite a few have never heard of these, so I thought I would post a few images. I used one a bit with my Stiletto 27; it was better ...

I have never liked tandem anchors, because with a change in direction, the lead anchor always rolls out and becomes pinned on its back, a...

It can be awfully skinny at the bow. The obvious solution is to set the railings outside, a little wider: I would like to see a be...

On the other hand, I love my Farrier. I bet my dollar-to-grin ratio is higher. It better be, since I don't have the dollars.