Sailing smarter
Maintenance guides, cruising tips, and honest talk about boat ownership.
5 Things Every Sailor Should Track (But Probably Doesn't)
Engine hours, impeller intervals, haul-out history — most boat owners are guessing. Here's the paper trail that protects your investment and your safety.
The True Cost of Boat Ownership: What the Surveys Don't Tell You
The "10% rule" is a myth. We analyzed real data from boat owners and the numbers are more nuanced — and more manageable — than you think.
Bottom Paint Guide for Pacific Northwest Sailors
Ablative vs hard paint, copper content, application timing — everything you need for a clean hull in cold PNW waters.
Our Favourite Desolation Sound Anchorages (and How to Log Them)
Prideaux Haven, Grace Harbour, Squirrel Cove — a field guide to the best hooks in BC, plus how to build a cruising waypoint library in VesselOS.
Raw Water Impeller Replacement: Don't Skip This One
The single most important engine service most sailors procrastinate on. Step-by-step guide with the warning signs, intervals, and what happens when you wait too long.
Why Your Boat App Needs to Work Offline
You're not always in cell range. Here's why offline-first design matters for sailors and what to look for when choosing boat management software.
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