Skills, Tips, Tools

How To Keep A Captain's Log Book

While not required for recreational boats, keeping this tradition gives you a record of time and places spent aboard your boat — plus maintenance and fishing histories.

11 Great Clean-Up And Do-It-Yourself Tips

Here's some smart ideas that can save you both time and money.

How Not To Run Out Of Fuel

Running out of fuel on the water isn't just embarrassing; it can also be dangerous to unexpectedly lose power. Here are five pointers that will help you avoid this common problem.

Be Your Own Surveyor (Sort Of)

There's no substitute for a proper marine survey, but there are some basic DIY inspection techniques. Here are some expert tips to view a boat with a critical eye.

5 Problem-Solving Marine Products For 2021

These new introductions from the International Boatbuilders' Exhibition & Conference (done virtually for 2020) will make your boating life better.

Best Boat Tools

Here's a collection of clever devices that this experienced liveaboard boater has added to his arsenal over 40 years of doing his own boat work.

What Can You Do With A Multimeter?

When it comes to tracking down electrical issues on board, this hand-held tester is a real stress-reliever. Here's how to use it.

An Unvarnished Truth

Practical Sailor tested marine varnishes in some of the harshest conditions: 24 months under intense Florida sun. Here are the products that worked the best.

Save Big Boating Bucks

More than 25 simple ways to cut your boating costs this year.