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There are a couple of options available to sail-boaters today in the arena of navigation. The old tried and trued method of chart reading and dead reckoning have given way to a whole class of electronics. On the market as of late you will find options like G.P.S in a handheld or base system variety. Often in the case of the latter, these come as a combination gadget that can tell you if there are fish in the water or even steer your boat for you when connected to an autopilot.Confused? Here ‘s a little help .

Another option available is a Read the rest of this entry »

As everyone knows, cruising along on your sailboat isn’t just a hobby but an experience that should be enjoyed to the greatest extent. While no one wants to think of what might happen while sailing out in the water, it should always be a precautionary measure to have the most up to date radio available in case of an emergency. As many of you know, most radios are used on sailboats as a way to call for help. The Read the rest of this entry »

Before you decide to have your sailboat towed, there are a few considerations that you should think about. You should think about the size of your truck or SUV first. However, on the event that you have no idea whether your SUV or truck will be capable to tow your sailboat, the best thing that you should do is to check the user’s manual of your vehicle. There are some SUV’s though that can tow boats that are less than 25 feet. However, Read the rest of this entry »

Owning a sail boat can be lots of fun if you love sailing. But, buying the right sail boat is just the first requirement to owning a boat. You also need to know how to keep it in line with the legal requirements if you do not want to run into any trouble with the law.

Obtaining the right paper work and certification is a very important legal requirement. These set of documents will include certification of registration for Read the rest of this entry »