PracticalBoater
October | November 2012

Seaworthy: Forget Anything?


While the entire crew is likely to lend a hand for spring fitting out, reversing the process in the fall is like cleaning up after a party; there are few volunteers and even less effort.


Foundation: How To Prepare For A Man Overboard


Few of us plan for a crewmember to fall overboard. Getting that person back aboard is harder than you think. This month, the BoatUS Foundation tackles the subject.


Skills: Your Starring Role In Going Aground


Sometimes, does it feel like you're hitting bottom? Well, in boating, that can be more than a feeling! Here are some proven techniques to free your boat.


DIY : When There's No Dynamite


Frozen bolts can be maddening. Tom suggests a series of tactics from lubricants to brute force to get the darn things out.


Ask the Experts: Uncooked Electronics


Is there any evidence to support using the onboard oven to protect electronics? We have a ketch rig with antennas on both masts, monitor the lower mast radio during storms, and disconnect the main mast antenna. Answers from our tech team.