Sail shape adjustment determines whether a boat accelerates, heels excessively, or fights the helm.

For most sailors, the search starts after the boat feels slow....

Chartplotters make navigation fast, but they can fail at the worst time. Paper charts and compass bearings give you a backup you can trust when the screen stops...

Trimming the mainsail feels simple until you sail a boat with a different mainsail. Full batten and partial batten mainsails react differently to wind and trim...

Ever watched someone drop their phone into the sea and vanish in seconds? Now, picture a person instead. That’s what makes man-overboard (MOB) recovery so...

Ever had your keelboat lean over and the helm loaded up in seconds? That's a heel feeding weather helm. The boat starts turning into the wind, so you crank the...

Why Getting Your ASA 101 to 104 in One Week Is a Bad Idea

We get asked this question all the time: Can I get my ASA 101 to 104 in one week?

Thailand is the center of the sailing scene, with calm bays, short passages, and dependable marina services. 

Limestone cliffs rise from clear water. Longtail boats...

Planning before & after your Madeira sailing course is part of a great sailing experience. A calm arrival sets the tone, and a few extra days ashore let everything...

Croatia offers a mix of steady winds, calm seas, and a coastline filled with character. 

Split places you close to bright island harbors, sheltered bays, and a...

Planning what to do before and after your Greece sailing course helps you settle in and feel ready for the week ahead. 

Athens offers lively food spots, coastal...