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Blog 11 min

Boat Fire Safety: Prevention and Emergency Tips

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) One of the biggest nightmares on a boat is a fire. Not only is there…

August 5, 2026 Read →
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Can You Earn Money With Your Boat?

by B.J Porter (Contributing Editor) When considering boat ownership, everyone looks at the costs. And a very common question is,…

May 12, 2026 Read →
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Boater’s Guide to Engines III: Diesel Engines

by B.J Porter (Contributing Editor) Boater’s Guide to Engines: The Internal Combustion EngineBoater’s Guide to Engines II: The Four-Stroke Engine…

May 12, 2026 Read →
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Intro to Racing: Making Sense of the Start

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) The first time you go through a start sequence in a race may leave you…

April 10, 2026 Read →
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Must Visit Destination: French Polynesia

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) Tahiti. Bora Bora. Names that evoke wanderlust and dreams of idyllic vacations on pure white…

December 17, 2025 Read →
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Winter Boat Projects to Keep Your Mind on the Water

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) If you live in the land where frozen water now falls from the sky, hopefully…

December 17, 2025 Read →
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MacGyvering at Sea: Creative Fixes Every Boater Should Know

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) Though I was never in the military or a marine, I’m going to borrow one…

November 11, 2025 Read →
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Ask a Cruiser: Your Most Common Questions, Answered (Part II)

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) Last month we discussed some of the most common questions we get when people learn…

November 11, 2025 Read →
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Sailing Skills: Why You Should Know How to “Heave To”

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) When people find out that I’ve done a lot of offshore cruising and crossed the…

September 4, 2025 Read →
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The Best Times to Buy (and Sell) a Boat

by B.J. Porter (Contributing Editor) Timing a boat sale can make a big difference in your purchase or sale price.…

September 4, 2025 Read →
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