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Here’s what you need to know to optimize your sail plan for the most effective and efficient program.
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Here’s what you need to know to optimize your sail plan for the most effective and efficient program.
Spring is here, and if you’re itching to get the sailing season started, it’s time to get going with boat prep.
That is the question. Quantum’s David Flynn explores the new breed of free-flying furling systems and whether or not a furling system is right for your sail.
If the weather is less than ideal, take some extra measures to ensure everyone’s comfort on your cruise.
Nobody likes getting sunburned, especially your sails. Here’s how to protect them, and why UV covers are so important.
Everybody gets the competitive bug eventually. Here’s how to take your cruiser for a spin around the buoys.
Sailing with your family can be rewarding and create lasting memories. They key to a successful family sail is accommodating everyone on board.
While most cruisers have a set-it-and-forget-it approach when it comes to rig tune, regularly checking and adjusting your rig can greatly improve your sailing.
Cruising downwind is not as easy as you might think, here are three conditions and how to safely and efficiently sail in them.
Jim Boren bought himself a Hunter 30 for his 90th birthday. Now he’s 91 and his over-60 crew has been cleaning up in the Wednesday night races.
If you are taking people out for their very first sail, here are some tips on how to sail with non-sailors.
Asymmetrical spinnakers are great tools in the quiver of any cruising sailor, find out how to get the most out of your sail from the experts.
Here’s what you need to know to optimize your sail plan for the most effective and efficient program.
Spring is here, and if you’re itching to get the sailing season started, it’s time to get going with boat prep.
That is the question. Quantum’s David Flynn explores the new breed of free-flying furling systems and whether or not a furling system is right for your sail.
If the weather is less than ideal, take some extra measures to ensure everyone’s comfort on your cruise.
Nobody likes getting sunburned, especially your sails. Here’s how to protect them, and why UV covers are so important.
Everybody gets the competitive bug eventually. Here’s how to take your cruiser for a spin around the buoys.
Sailing with your family can be rewarding and create lasting memories. They key to a successful family sail is accommodating everyone on board.
While most cruisers have a set-it-and-forget-it approach when it comes to rig tune, regularly checking and adjusting your rig can greatly improve your sailing.
Cruising downwind is not as easy as you might think, here are three conditions and how to safely and efficiently sail in them.
Jim Boren bought himself a Hunter 30 for his 90th birthday. Now he’s 91 and his over-60 crew has been cleaning up in the Wednesday night races.
If you are taking people out for their very first sail, here are some tips on how to sail with non-sailors.
Asymmetrical spinnakers are great tools in the quiver of any cruising sailor, find out how to get the most out of your sail from the experts.
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