The Best Watches For Sailing

The Best Watches For Sailing

A sport as old as sailing, which went unaltered for decades, is currently seeing a technological renaissance thanks to innovation in the sport. So when it comes to the best sailing watches, it’ll depend on if you are a purist (mechanical) or a modernist (digital/smart sailing watches). In my 10-year career working in the yachting…

The Best Sailing Boots

The Best Sailing Boots

When it comes to sailing boots, you will want to look out for a few things. Are the boots breathable, tall, or short, and what are they made from? In my 10-year career in the yachting industry, I’ve found the best overall pair of sailing boots are the Gill Tall Yachting Boot. However, the equation…

Which Visual Distress Signal Is Acceptable For Daylight Use Only?

As much as we love being at sea, it can be dangerous. And if you ever need help, you want to be as visible as possible. This means visual distress signals are essential to have on board. But these distress signals all have their different uses. For example, orange smoke signals are only acceptable for…

Which VHF Marine Radio Channels To Use [& When?]

There are channels for emergencies and urgent matters only, boater-hailing channels, working channels for relevant communications, ship-to-ship channels, port operation channels, and weather channels. These are further divided into channels used by commercial vessels and recreational vessels. Additionally, some channels are restricted and intended for use by the United States Coast Guard (USGC) only. With…