I have been following cat repairs for many years, although I haven't done this specific one. I remember reading that some people bend a piece of wire...

Thanks. I kept looking and found the SX trap wires as a separate item.

The 10" was a guess. I'll measure tomorrow, but it could have been 1' 5.5". My main boat has wings, but I thought they were added on. Looking at th...

What are the favorite brands for main sheet and jib sheet cordage? Also, I will need to replace the main halyard and hardware. Is there a source for...

When we were sailing in Canada, my sons and I would practice MOB drills often. We would go out, taking turns at the helm. One of us would throw a li...

I, too, have watched this video a number of times. I have never sailed in those conditions, but I've experienced each one of those problems over seve...

Thanks! That's exactly what I needed. The hulls of my "new" boat are pretty good. There's no soft spots, and they feel good. All the cordage needs...