When muscle cars met mainsails—and it actually worked for a while. If you thought Chrysler only made cars that roared down the highway, think again.Back in the 1960s and ’70s, the same company that gave us the Hemi engine decided to try its hand at something a little quieter: sailboats. Yes, for over a decade … Read more

If you hung around a boat ramp in the late 1990s or 2000s, you probably saw one — a shiny white sailboat sliding off a trailer, a big 50-horsepower outboard on the back, and an owner grinning like a kid on Christmas morning. In the background you likely saw some traditional sailors looking wondering if … Read more

Remember when yacht clubs were packed with shaggy-haired teenagers rigging 420s and arguing over who forgot the bailer? Fast forward to today, and most docks sound more like a symphony of creaky knees than a summer camp. Recent numbers tell the tale: just 2% of Americans aged 20-39 owned a boat in 2015, down from … Read more

So you’ve watched a few YouTube sailing channels. Now you’re fantasizing about sailing off into the sunset with your spouse, your kids, and maybe a golden retriever named “Salty.” But before you sign papers on that big, beautiful catamaran… pump the brakes. Because living aboard a catamaran in the U.S. or Canada is not just … Read more

There’s one in every marina. You know the one—up with the sun, sanding brightwork before coffee, elbow-deep in a diesel engine by lunch. His boat hasn’t moved in three seasons, but he’s this close to launching… just after one more coat of varnish and a “quick” electrical upgrade. If you’re pointing to yourself—or chuckling at … Read more

Sailors are a superstitious bunch—always have been, always will be. Whether it’s tossing coins to Neptune, banishing bananas from the galley, or side-eyeing a whistler on deck, the sea has a way of inspiring quirky rituals and long-standing taboos. In North America, generations of boaters—from Nova Scotia lobster haulers to Pacific salmon trollers—have passed down … Read more

Ahoy, fellow sea dogs! Ever catch yourself squinting at a chartplotter and thinking, “Back in my day, we’d be lucky to have a compass that didn’t spin like a roulette wheel”? Well, hoist the main and cue the nostalgia—because we’re setting sail on a breezy tour of how cruising has changed from dead reckoning to … Read more

Ever tried brushing your teeth while your partner cooks eggs four inches from your elbow? Welcome to life on a 30-foot sailboat. For new couples across the US and Canada, boat life can be dreamy, ridiculous, romantic—and occasionally rage-inducing. Whether you’re testing the waters on weekends or diving into full-time cruising, here’s the real truth … Read more

Set Sail on the Retirement of a Lifetime Imagine swapping your morning commute for a sunrise over the water, your backyard for a coral reef, and your mortgage for the gentle sway of a sailboat. For many adventurous retirees in the U.S. and Canada, this dream is their new reality. Retiring on a sailboat might … Read more

Small price. Big difference. Every sailor’s dream combo. Whether you’re a salty coastal cruiser or a weekend day sailor, the right gear can make your boat feel twice as smart (and your life aboard twice as easy). You don’t have to drop a fortune to make sailing smoother, safer, and more comfortable — in fact, … Read more