Sailboat Survey Guide – Chapter 5: Rudder System and Blade Checks
There is an old saying in seamanship: “To lose the rudder is to lose the ship.” On a sailboat, the…
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Sailboat Survey Guide – Chapter 4: Keel Types and Critical Connection Checks
On a sailboat, the keel is not just a center of gravity and a balancing element; it is the component…
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Sailboat Survey Guide – Chapter 3: Deck Structure and Hidden Dangers of Teak Decks
When you first step onto a sailboat, the deck under your feet is not just a platform to walk on….
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Sailboat Survey Guide – Chapter 2: Moisture Related Issues (Osmosis and Wicking)
The most commonly heard, yet often misunderstood, term when buying a used sailboat is “Osmosis.” For many buyers, osmosis implies…
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Sailboat Survey Guide – Chapter 1: GRP (Fiberglass) Hull Structure and Fundamental Defects
Fiberglass, technically known as GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic), has been the most common material in serial boat construction since the…
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Sailboat Survey Guide: Don’t Let Your Dream Boat Become a Nightmare
Owning a boat is one of the biggest and most emotional investments in our lives. Walking among shiny gelcoat, varnished…
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Cretan Cuisine and the Pause: When the Anchor Touches Land
After long passages, entering a harbor feels like tying not only the boat, but also yourself. Sails come down, the…
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Navigation in a Storm: Finding Direction Inside the Wind
A storm at sea is not just stronger wind or bigger waves. The real test begins when visibility drops, sounds…
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First Sail from the Aegean to the Mediterranean
The wind was still undecided in the early morning. The familiar, salty coolness of the Aegean moved across the deck,…
