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print oct 2020

X-Yachts XC38

Upgrading Sailboat Deck Hardware

When it’s time to upgrade deck hardware, cruising sailors can reap the benefits of sailhandling gear developed for high-powered racing sailboats.

Scotland

Sailing Scotland

On a meandering voyage from Ireland to Scotland, the intrepid, rotating crew of Quetzal experience dodgy forecasts, gorgeous scenery and a wee dram or two.

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Running Rigging for Cruising Sailors

When it comes to running rigging, cruising sailors can learn a lot from racers, and in the process maximize their fun while getting the most out of their sails, hardware and lines.

Roatan

Stuck in Roatan

As the COVID-19 pandemic brought life to a relative standstill around the world, many cruisers found themselves suddenly stuck in a foreign port.

Shepton in Greenland

Sailor Profile: Bob Shepton

Bob Shepton has sailed more than 130,000 miles, twice transited the Northwest Passage and has written books about his high-latitude adventures—all in retirement.

X-Yachts XC38

Upgrading Sailboat Deck Hardware

When it’s time to upgrade deck hardware, cruising sailors can reap the benefits of sailhandling gear developed for high-powered racing sailboats.

Scotland

Sailing Scotland

On a meandering voyage from Ireland to Scotland, the intrepid, rotating crew of Quetzal experience dodgy forecasts, gorgeous scenery and a wee dram or two.

cruising boat rendering

Running Rigging for Cruising Sailors

When it comes to running rigging, cruising sailors can learn a lot from racers, and in the process maximize their fun while getting the most out of their sails, hardware and lines.

Roatan

Stuck in Roatan

As the COVID-19 pandemic brought life to a relative standstill around the world, many cruisers found themselves suddenly stuck in a foreign port.

Shepton in Greenland

Sailor Profile: Bob Shepton

Bob Shepton has sailed more than 130,000 miles, twice transited the Northwest Passage and has written books about his high-latitude adventures—all in retirement.

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