Understanding Sacrificial Anodes: The Unsung Heroes Protecting Your Boat
If you’ve ever noticed small, gray lumps of metal bolted to your boat’s hull, prop shaft, rudder, or outdrive, you’ve seen sacrificial anodes at work. They may not look like…
2025 Catalina Yachts update – How to Find OEM Catalina Sailboat Parts / Inside Resources -by Stanton Murray
…marking the beginning of my relationship with the late Frank Butler, founder of Catalina Yachts. Frank was supported by Sharon Day, national sales manager and later president, and Gerry Douglass, head of engineering and design. Both retired from Catalina Yachts long before the current unfortunate situation.
How to Care for Isinglass on Your Boat: Best Practices to Prevent Fogging and Yellowing
Isinglass (often made from clear vinyl materials like Strataglass or EZ2CY) is a popular choice for boat enclosures, offering protection from wind, spray, and rain while maintaining clear views of…
Flat Island Boat Works: New Pensacola Location
Flat Island Boatworks has built a strong reputation in the Emerald Coast for professional, friendly marine service. Owned and operated by Mike Bredesen, they help their clients transform their power…
ABYC Standards Update (65th Supplement)
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is the nonprofit organization that sets the standards used by our industry. ABYC publishes an annual supplement to guide construction and repair standards…
How Should I Replace My Teak Decking?
Several products can effectively replace traditional teak boat decking. Popular options include synthetic teak decking made from PVC or EVA foam, cork decking, and certain types of hardwood. These alternatives…
Selden Mast Launches U.S. Online Store for Sailing Spare Parts
Genuine Parts Now Just a Few Clicks Away for Sailors Across the Contiguous U.S. Sailors, rejoice — getting your hands on genuine Seldén parts just got a whole lot easier.…
Detroit Diesel 6V92
Detroit Diesel has built over 5 million engines since 1938, with more than 1 million of these engines still in operation worldwide. The Detroit Diesel 6V92 engine was introduced in…
2025 Ronstan Marine Catalog
We are excited to present Ronstan’s new interactive sailboat hardware catalog. This catalog includes specifications and details on Ronstan’s complete range of sailing hardware, featuring brand-new products such as the…
How Often Should You Replace Your Catamaran Trampoline? Key Factors to Consider
Trampolines are one of the most recognizable pieces of a catamaran, as anybody who’s owned a catamaran will tell you how many questions they’ll get by first-time sailors about the…