Our boats are filled with hoses, but what do we really know about all these rubber and vinyl tubes running around inside our boats? Some keep water out of the boat, and some keep water in; some keep our motors running cool and happy, while […]
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Pros and Cons of Buying a Used Sailboat
Lately, prices of used sailboats have plummeted, partly due to the number of older boats on the market. This makes the purchase of an old, used sailboat a tempting option for many would-be sailors or cruisers. For less than the price of a decent used […]
Thru Hull and Seacock Inspections
According to BoatUS, 50% of all boats sink as the result of failed underwater fittings. Given this fact, it is surprising how little care many boat owners give to these important fittings. As a surveyor, it is part of my job to inspect a vessels […]