Repair & Maintenance
Marissa and Chris Swap their Toe Rail for a Bulwark
Chris and Marissa Neely decided to replace the toe rail aboard their Cheoy Lee 41 with a bulwark — a long process, but worth the effort.
Keep the Stern Light in Sight
It came to my attention that the pushpit mounted propane tank obstructed the stern light's visibility. I decided a redesign was in order.
Westwind Boat Detailing Offers Washing, Waxing and Varnishing
Washing, waxing, varnishing. Serving the entire Bay Area for more than 30 years. “Everything looks great! It was a huge relief."
By Sea or by Land, Sailboats Are Meant to Keep Moving
How many sailors have, or will at sometime move their boat across the land? Sailboats need to keep moving lest they become just one more among the many neglected or abandoned sailboats left to rot in some faraway yard.
Singlehanded Sailor Whitall Stokes Departs Chile
The quest of a sailing record for Californian Whitall Stokes and his Open 50 Sparrow may be history, but they still have to get home. Whitall checked in with stories about the many repairs needed and the final countdown to departure from Puerto Williams, Chile.
KKMI: Join Our Team
Are you an experienced rigger? Contact KKMI for an immediate start.
Britannia Rules as Prada Cup Selection Series Ends
Here come the British! It was all on the line for at least one more time as they faced off against Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli for a final weekend shootout.
Old Bronze Portlights: Sealing the Pane
The windowpane seals and gaskets on the opening portlights of Sampaguita, my 1985 Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20, were showing age. At first, it was daunting to consider taking these oval, bronze portlights apart.
Dodgers and Biminis of Every Kind from Pacific Crest Canvas
Our employees have over 50 years combined experience in their fields of focus, and strive to create the finest marine canvas available.
Westwind Boat Detailing Offers Washing, Waxing and Varnishing
Washing, waxing, varnishing. Serving the entire Bay Area for more than 30 years. “Everything looks great! It was a huge relief."
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