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Fixed vs. Portable VHF

Fixed vs. Portable VHF

Fixed vs. Portable VHF? The Complete Guide to Staying Connected and Safe on the Water Safety on the water is every boater’s number one priority. At the heart of this imperative lies an essential, often mandatory. But always indispensable piece of equipment: the VHF (Very High Frequency) radio. As your

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The Ultimate 150 HP Outboard Shootout: Yamaha vs. Mercury vs. Suzuki

150 HP outboard

The Ultimate 150 HP Outboard Shootout: Yamaha vs. Mercury vs. Suzuki The Evolution of the 150 HP Outboard in Modern Boating Historically, outboard engines in the 135 to 150 horsepower range have represented the most vital and fiercely contested segment for global marine engine manufacturers. Furthermore, this specific class of

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The Ultimate Guide to a Liveaboard Family World Tour

Liveaboard Family World Tour

Escaping the Rat Race: The Ultimate Guide to a Liveaboard Family World Tour Imagine trading your morning commute on the I-95 for a sunrise over the Pacific Ocean. Instead of quarterly reviews, your primary concern is the wind direction and the freshness of the Mahi-Mahi you just caught. This isn’t

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The Ultimate Guide to Close-Hauled Sail Trim for Maximum Upwind Performance

Close-hauled Sail Trim

The Ultimate Guide to Close-Hauled Sail Trim for Maximum Upwind Performance The Aerodynamic Science Behind Close-Hauled Sail Trim Sailing directly into the wind remains physically impossible for any vessel, regardless of its keel design or rigging geometry. Consequently, a boat must sail at an angle to the true wind to

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US coastal boating speed limits

US coastal boating speed limits

Navigating US Coastal Waters: Comprehensive Report on Speed Limits, No Wake Zones, and Operational Safety The transition from open waters to coastal and nearshore environments represents one of the most dynamic and complex phases of maritime navigation. As vessels approach the shoreline, the operational environment’s complexity increases exponentially. Navigators must

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Discover the Cyclades in 15 Days

Discover the Cyclades in 15 Days

Discover the Cyclades in 15 Days: Mykonos, Paros, Santorini… The Beginner’s (or Not) Itinerary The dream of sailing through the heart of the Aegean Sea, dotted with white and blue islands, has never been more accessible. The Cyclades, this mythical archipelago, attracts thousands of sailors each year, from novices to

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