J/30 upgrade ideas from SAILING magazine
Convert a Rhode Island School of Design interior to a “shabby chic” ultra-modern, retro upgrade? Hmmm. Yes. It’s possible. If you use today’s Ultra-leather or Ultra-suede fabrics to impart sumptuous,…
How to train your dog for life aboard
How to train your dog for life aboard ‘Paz, Carolyn’s dog, clearly thinks cruising is wonderful!’ Carolyn Shearlock Click Here to view large photo When sailors think…
Beneteau Sense 43 review by North American Sailor
Boat Review: Beneteau Sense 43Posted by: Hill / March 12, 2011 @ 9:04 am The Sense 43 and Sense 50 are part of a new line of boats from Beneteau…
Two boating bills fail in Mississippi
The National Marine Manufacturers Association provided an update on state legislation related to boating. In Mississippi, a bill that would have established numerous requirements for contracts between marine dealers and…
J/108 Review from Sail Magazine
Trialing the First J/108 in North America By Adam Cort Posted February 7, 2011 It was the perfect test for the new J/108. We were in Key West, and the…
Routine Maintenance for the In-Mast Furling System
Although your U.S Spars mainsail furling system needs minimum maintenance there is a need to implement a schedule of preventative service. From the first sail of your boat you will…
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Beneteau First 30 Review
First 30 Review
Notes from Farr Yacht Design on the Beneteau First 35
Design #622 First 35 The BENETEAU First 35 (Design 622) is the little sister of the BENETEAU First 40 by Farr Yacht Design launched in 2008. The efficient, modern interior…