Category: equipment
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Ten Minutes at the Dock: A Standing-Rigging Check Worth Doing
A practical owner-level standing-rigging check: what to inspect at deck level, what warning signs matter, and when it is time to call a professional rigger.
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Don’t Just Hear the Bilge Pump — Make Sure It Moves Water
A bilge pump that makes noise is not necessarily a bilge pump that works. A practical dockside check of the pump, float switch, discharge, wiring, and bilge that takes only a few minutes.
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Before You Blame the Battery: Check the Connections
A quick sailboat battery check: clean terminals, secure cables, protected positive posts, and a battery that cannot shift underway.
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EPIRB vs PLB: What’s Better for Casual Sailboaters?
EPIRB vs PLB: Which One’s Best for Casual Sailboaters? When it comes to safety on the water, having the right emergency device is crucial. Two common options are EPIRBs and […]