Guides & stories
Maintenance guides, rigging tips and stories from the easysea world.
Utility
Hoisting the tender aboard with a tackle
Lifting the tender or the outboard aboard without straining your back is a job for a block-and-tackle: a set of blocks that multiplies the force you apply to the line so a load that would be imposs...
Leading lines aft: control from the cockpit
Leading lines aft means routing halyards, reefing lines and sail controls back to the cockpit so you can hoist, reef and trim without ever leaving the helm. The system is a tidy chain of turning po...
Jacklines are the load-bearing lines that run bow to stern along your deck so you can clip your safety harness to them with a tether and move around the boat without ever unclipping. Rigging them p...
Maintenance
End-of-season and winter lay-up checklist
End-of-season lay-up comes down to five jobs: winterise the engine, protect the deck and gear, unbend and dry the sails, ventilate and de-humidify the interior, and inspect the hull, safety equipme...
How to Prevent Mold on Boat Cushions
Why Mold Loves Boat Cushions (And Why You Should Care) If you own a sailboat, you know how quickly the marine environment can turn your cozy cockpit cushions into a musty mess. Moisture, poor venti...
How to Winterize a Sailing Boat Motor: Complete Guide for Sailors
As the sailing season draws to a close and temperatures begin to drop, protecting your boat’s engine from the harsh effects of winter becomes a top priority. A poorly prepared motor can suffer corr...
Blog posts
10 Essential sailing knots to know
Mastering a selection of essential sailing knots is a fundamental skill for any sailor, whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience. These knots are crucial for a wide range of tas...
Summer Sale · August 15 → 31
Summer Sale.
Summer Sale prices across the whole catalogue. Discount already applied, no code to enter. On September 1 everything goes back to list price, automatically.