Cleats, we all have them on our boats and docks, but use these tips to use them as another crew member!!
Weekend Wins: Anchor light upgrade
How to do a simple Anchor light upgrade to keep you safe and confident at night while anchored.
Mast Step Repair
I wanted to maintain the original mast step on our boat when we replaced the wooden mast with an aluminum one. to do that we would need to refinish it …
New Episode Posted – Maritime Traditions and Mast Stepping
We stepped the mizzen mast. It has been wrapped up for a long time in the shop waiting on other projects to be complete like repairing the coach house roof. …
Removing the Mizzen Mast Step
As we explored the coach house roof on the boat, we noticed that one of the spots that appeared soft was next to the mizzen step. We cut the skin …
Sanding the Boom
This blog is all about Debbie and the work she is doing this weekend. One of the things I love is when Deb can come help on a boat project. …
Solid wood Masts – Beautiful Timbers
We popped into the boatyard over at Mayer Yacht Service and saw these masts sitting on horses along the side of the building. We got to know the owner of the …
Getting the mast ready for stepping
While the mast is sitting horizontal, we wanted to take full advantage of its easy reachability. While a flag halyard and anchor light is to be mounted on the main …
S/V DreamChaser Sails
It has been 3 years ago to the month that we bought our Formosa 51. I remember driving back from where it was located with the euphoric glow and enthusiasm …