Center console (British English: centre console) sometimes abbreviated as CC, is a type of single-decked open hull boat where the helm is in the center. There is a cabin on some models; these are usually located in the bow and hold small berths for sleeping. What are top tier center console boats? Best Overall Choice. … Read more
When whales or dolphins are first sighted, note which direction they are travelling in and at what speed. Move parallel to them at a distance of about 100 metres, forming an L-shape by pulling ahead of the group. Turn slightly towards them and slow down, but don’t obstruct their path. Let them come to you. … Read more
How difficult is it to trailer a boat? Towing a boat is not difficult, but safety should always be a number-one concern. Follow these basics for how to tow a boat: Couple the boat trailer to your tow vehicle. Run through a pre-trip trailering checklist to make sure the boat, trailer, and vehicle are ready … Read more
Port: Facing forward, this is anything to the left of the boat. Starboard: Facing forward, this is anything to the right of the boat. Bow/Stern: The bow is the front of the boat, the stern is the back. Point of Sail: The boat’s direction relative to the wind. Helm: Where you steer the boat. What … Read more
You can buy a self-build kit for a 17′ sailboat for $2,500 at some online shops like Chesapeake Light Craft. The current price of a sail-away Puur 17 kit is $14,000 to $18,000 depending upon the options you choose. How do you build a yacht? How long would it take to build a sloop? My … Read more
You can ride a freighter from anywhere to anywhere. – Most freighter ships follow well-defined shipping routes and make stops at the large port cities (Long Beach, Oakland, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kaohsiung, etc.). But if your dream is to catch a freighter from the Jersey shore to Isla Mujeres, Mexico…. How long does it take … Read more
A sailboat that is propelled by an outboard motor is considered to be which of the following? Power-driven vessel. What is a boat propelled by an engine? A powerboat, also referred to as a motorboat or speedboat, is a boat which is powered by an engine. Some motorboats are fitted with inboard engines, others have … Read more
Unlike summer 2021 when only a handful of ships were back in service, summer 2022 sees most cruise lines returning to operate their entire fleet of ships. And that’s good news for cruisers, offering more itineraries, more choice and more cabins from which to choose. Is it wise to book a cruise for 2022? With … Read more
What do I need to know about sailing? Port: Facing forward, this is anything to the left of the boat. Bow/Stern: The bow is the front of the boat, the stern is the back. Point of Sail: The boat’s direction relative to the wind. Helm: Where you steer the boat. Can you sail boats in … Read more
Parsifal III briefly ran aground on Below Decking Sailing Yacht, which had Captain Glenn Shephard worried that the boat sustained massive, not to mention expensive damage. And while the boat was severely scratched, it was still seaworthy. Did Tom Pearson get fired? Tom, who joined as a newbie deckhand in Season 3 of the hit … Read more