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Steering systems are reliable, but these experts caution boat owners not to ignore them or you might lose your heading

Two of the hardest-working pieces of gear on any boat are the anchor and windlass. With a bit of TLC, they’ll work reliably for years.

If you don’t want to sweat through the dog days of summer. it’s important to give your air conditioning some TLC to keep things chilly.

It’s high-season for hurricanes and fall Nor’easters. Is your boat ready for heavy winds and storms?

Direct injection is the key to Evinrude’s 2-stroke outboard lineup, to which three new models have been added.

No amount of horsepower or gadgetry can compensate for seamanship skills, so it pays to get yours in order.

Pros say oil analysis is like bloodwork for your engine, and you should get it done.

Four experts share their tips for keeping fiberglass and gelcoat clean and shiny.

The Automatic Information System, also known as AIS, is a great navigation tool for boaters on the lookout for traffic on the water. But knowing its limitations is key to a safe voyage.

Modern outboards usually corrode before they wear out. Here’s how to prevent that from happening.

So, you’ve set the hook and are enjoying a quiet evening on deck when the anchor starts to drag. What’s next?

Running in fog can be challenging. Here’s how to safely handle it the next time the thick stuff rolls in.

There’s nothing like hearing, “Nice job, skipper,” after skillfully docking your boat. Pat Mundus has some tips to make your next docking maneuver a success.

Hinckley's Hunt Yachts debuts two expedition cruisers that are fast, rugged and built for the high seas.

My unusual adventures aboard a beautiful 1930s-era power yacht

Boat nuts will get a charge out of the first purely solar-electric boat from designer Sam Devlin.

Knowing the individual components of your ground tackle system and how they each work is an essential first step in a peaceful night’s rest while at anchor.

Sabre Yachts begins construction on a new 58-footer that rounds out its Salon Express lineup.

The latest design to come off Sam Devlin’s drafting table was inspired by his desire to create a cool boat that millennials can love.

My wife and I commanded the Harbinger from 1994 to 1996.

Port and starboard may as well be up and down if you don’t know nautical lingo. Pat Mundus explains the importance of understanding the language of the sea.

Hanse’s angular yet graceful Fjord 44 Coupe has a glass deckhouse that takes the concept of a bright and breezy luxury interior to the next level.

Good communication is important in all walks of life, but it’s particularly  important on recreational boats, where the safety of passengers will depend on it.