DIY
What Do You Call a Square-Rigged Sloop?
Jay Whitlan converted his sloop into 'Sqoop' — a square-rigged vessel for running downwind, and a fore-and-aft-rigged sloop for sailing upwind.
When You Move Your Boat Cross-Country — in Pieces
Two trucks and a special permit were needed to transport 'Island Serenade' over the Sierra Nevada.
The Resourceful Sailor: Building Transparent Drop Boards
I knew I wanted to make at least one clear plastic drop board. The criteria were low weight and cost, water resistance on par with the factory boards, no rattling, and of course, see-through.
Webinars and Seminars This Month
Take advantage of the long, dark evenings of winter to practice lifelong learning.
The Resourceful Sailor Shares His Stern-Tie Tips
We loved this MacGyvering legend's ingenious stern-tie setup.
Sailors, Don’t Leave Your Boats in Storage Too Long
When we leave our boats in storage we usually expect it to be for a short time. What happens when it's a long time, might not be pretty.
Lowering the Mast on a Small Boat with The Resourceful Sailor
The tricky part is keeping the mast straight along the centerline of the boat. On a Flicka, and many others, this means creating a bridle on each cap shroud to keep tension on the mast as it comes down.
Back for a Day and Already Volunteering
"Been in town a day and he's already got you working!" Spaulding's president, Bell Edinger, commented upon seeing the newest volunteer with paintbrush and pot of epoxy in hand.
The Resourceful Sailor Watches Aged Committee Boat Go Electric
The Resourceful Sailor was privy to the Port Townsend Sailing Association's conversion of their committee boat from diesel to electric engine.
Trending Now on the Bay: Building Small Wooden Boats
"Winds were eight knots from the south and dropping. The boat sailed very nicely. The helm was light and responsive."
Receive emails when 'Lectronic Latitude is updated. SUBSCRIBE