Guide e storie

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...

How to rig jacklines on deck

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...

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...

10 nodi essenziali da conoscere in barca a vela

Imparare a padroneggiare una selezione di nodi nautici essenziali è una competenza fondamentale per ogni velista, sia che tu sia alle prime armi o con anni di esperienza alle spalle. Questi nodi so...