Costs
How Much Does a Sail Cost?
A 24' Bermuda sloop's jib and the main sail will normally cost $1,000-$2,500 to replace. Sails for mid-sized boats (34') cost between $3,000 and $5,000.
View Post: How Much Does a Sail Cost?Recent Posts
Costs
How Much Does a Catamaran Cost?
A small catamaran costs $10,000 to $30,000. Used cruising catamarans run $200,000 to $600,000, and a new Lagoon or comparable production cat starts around $5…
View Post: How Much Does a Catamaran Cost?
Gear
What To Wear Sailing In Cold Weather
Dress in 3 layers for cold-weather sailing: a synthetic or merino base layer that moves sweat off your skin, a fleece or down mid layer for warmth, and a wat…
View Post: What To Wear Sailing In Cold Weather
Gear
What Is a Boom Vang? (And How To Use One)
A boom vang is a tackle or rigid strut running from the base of the mast to the underside of the boom. It pulls the boom down, which flattens the mainsail an…
View Post: What Is a Boom Vang? (And How To Use One)
Gear
What Are Sail Battens? (And Why They Matter)
Sail battens are stiff strips of fiberglass, carbon, or wood that slide into pockets along a sail's leech. They hold the sail's designed shape, stop the leec…
View Post: What Are Sail Battens? (And Why They Matter)
Gear
What Are Lazy Jacks On a Sailboat?
Lazy jacks are a network of lines that run from the mast to the boom, creating a pocket on each side of the sail. When you lower the sail, it falls neatly in…
View Post: What Are Lazy Jacks On a Sailboat?
Gear
Storm Sails: What They Are & When You Need Them
Storm sails are special sails that are designed to help you sail in strong winds and heavy seas. They are smaller and stronger than your regular sails, and t…
View Post: Storm Sails: What They Are & When You Need Them
Gear
Sailing Must-Haves: Essential Things To Bring On Your Next Sailing Adventure
The sailing must-haves fall into 5 groups: layered technical clothing and a life jacket, boat gear (lines, knife, headlamp, tools, first aid), food and water…
View Post: Sailing Must-Haves: Essential Things To Bring On Your Next Sailing Adventure
Gear
Light Air Sails: Types, Uses & When To Fly Them
Light air sails are special types of sails that are designed to catch more wind and boost your speed when the breeze is gentle. They can help you sail up to …
View Post: Light Air Sails: Types, Uses & When To Fly Them
Gear
Dodgers For Sailboats: A Complete Guide
A hard dodger is a rigid shelter over the companionway that protects the cockpit from spray, sun, and rain. Compared with canvas, it lasts far longer, carrie…
View Post: Dodgers For Sailboats: A Complete Guide