DIY

Prevent damage to your boat’s fit and finish with a portable water softening system. While cruising long distances or making...

How to install soundproofing for quieter cruising For most, boats are a way to escape the rat race of terrestrial...

A marine surveyor offers advice based on more than 35 years of experience. There’s a reason why sales of pre-owned boats...

Installing a boarding ladder? If you're an avid cruiser, you'll need one! Spend time at any yacht club tiki bar...

Use these trailering tips and tow your boat to gain access to new and exciting waterways. Towing a trailerable vessel is...

Grow a galley herb garden and liven up your onboard menus. Everyone loves an extended cruise no matter the destination....

Solar panels are an excellent way to “green up” any vessel’s energy plan, so here's the lowdown on how to install...

Repair cracked varnish with wood damage. Repairing a varnished surface that has been a bit compromised and damaged the wood...

Then update your existing audio. Your boat’s stereo is older, it still sounds great, but there is no Bluetooth interface...

It’s a beautiful Sunday afternoon in the anchorage and the big game is going to kick off in a few...

Make mealtime prep a breeze with these 10 galley upgrades. Those forced to toil at the often thankless task of...

How to select and install outrigger equipment. Outriggers are used to increase the width of the trolling spread of bait...

The need for fresh air below deck is crucial to a boat’s livability, particularly in the heat of a typical...

Keep your varnished wood trim or rails in Bristol fashion. Back in the day, during high school summer vacations, I...