A knowledgeable skipper is a safer skipper. Learn all about anchors and anchoring, boat handling tips & techniques, navigation, ropework like splicing and line handling, and weather for boaters.
Artificial Who?
As AI-powered boating technology becomes more common, one veteran skipper reflects on the risks of overreliance on automation, the importance of hands-on seamanship, and why experience, judgment, and common sense remain essential on the water.
What happens when weight is misloaded on a small boat? A real‑world test shows how shifting passengers and gear affects balance, handling, and safety on the water.
From traditional trim tabs to advanced automatic systems, see how today’s trim technology uses sensors and fast actuation to reduce pitch, roll, and fatigue underway.
Shallow-water anchors can be invaluable for holding smaller boats in place, whether for fishing, enjoying the sandbar, or as a helping hand at the boat ramp.