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Diesel Engine Spares Kit Checklist
Everything to carry for offshore passages — filters, impellers, belts, oils, tools. Organized by system. Never be caught without the right part.
Pre-Purchase Survey Checklist
Bring this to every boat viewing. Covers the four critical items (keel bolts, through-hulls, rigging, chainplates) plus 30+ additional inspection points.
Sail Measurement Worksheet
I, J, P, E measurements explained with write-in fields. Print and measure your boat — the exact form your sailmaker needs to design a custom sail.
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All our free downloadable resources in one place — commissioning checklists, regulation summaries, maintenance guides, and more.
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Why Your Anchor Drags (And How to Fix It)
Scope, bottom type, and the mistake most sailors make when they think they're set.
Replacing a Balsa-Cored Deck Section
Tools, materials, epoxy vs. polyester, and how to make the repair invisible from six inches.
Reading the Tide Tables for Puget Sound
NOAA's tables are easy once you understand mixed semidiurnal tides. Here's the fast version.
Wiring a Proper Marine Electrical Panel from Scratch
ABYC standards, wire sizing, tinned wire, and why boat wiring failures start at the connections.
What a Catalina 30 Should Actually Cost in 2025
Price ranges by year and condition, what moves the price up or down, and what to negotiate on.
The Right Resin for the Right Repair
Polyester, vinylester, or epoxy — and why using the wrong one is the most common fiberglass mistake.