Made of a heavy 12.5oz 65% polyester/ 35% cotton blend. Centurion boat covers provide outstanding protection and strength. Treated for resistance to mildew stains and UV rays. Centurion blended cotton canvas also offers superior water repellency. These tough trailerable covers have sewn-in elastic cord along the entire hem line for a snug tight fit. Feature [...]

TheSailingChannel.TV covers the 2006 Annapolis-Maritime Republic of Eastport Tug-of-War: MRE Men, sponsored by River Crest Design Build versus Annapolis Men.. Once a year, local and national attention focuses on the Annapolis Harbor or, as some like to call it, the Gulf of Eastport for a competition [...]

Tom Sharp happened to call me just as I was approaching Bellingham. I had mentioned to him that I would be heading to the San Juans for the weekend. We decided to meet in Washington Park in Anacortes and go paddling from there. We made the trip up as we went along, taking into account the currents and prepared to camp out, but not committing to anything until we saw how busy the campgrounds were. I suggested we paddle clockwise around Cypress Island. It didn't seem to matter to Tom where we went I think because he had paddled around all of the islands this summer already.Tom brought along a Mariner Coaster, borrowed from George Gronseth. Apparently George once had an entire fleet of Mariner Coasters that he would use for his classes, and this was the sole survivor.  read more »

Hydraulic trim tabs are known for power, precision and durability. Bennett Standard Trim Tabs fit boats from 15′-38′ . Using the helm control, you can adjust the trim tabs individually or together to create the perfect cruising attitude. Increase speed, fuel economy, smooth a rough ride and get on plane faster. Precise adjustments to boat [...]

I shortly told you about the beginning of my Italian adventure and about loosing my bag in transit in this post: AMS-ROMA-MILAN BRINDISI BARI >>Brindisi That was a short post written on Saturday-afternoon after racing, just before we went out to dinner. The story below is what happened that day and goes on after that.... After a short night - I arrived at four in the morning - I met Chief Umpire Marek at the breakfast table and we talked about the coming day. Nice guy with all preparations ready and a positive attitude. Actually, the whole atmosphere of the event was positive; meeting organizers, sailors and the rest of the team, at the beautiful located club facilities of 'Circolo della Vela Brindisi'.  read more »

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TSC interviews Fred Cook of Schaefer Marine at the 2005 U.S Sailboat Show in Annapolis, MD. Fred demonstrates Boom Furler, Schaefer’s popular mainsail hoisting, lowering and reefing system. Unlike in-mast furling, Boom Furler accommodates a full-batten, high-roach sail for better cruising performance. Be sure to subscribe to this free video podcast series and our [...]

TheSailingChannel.TV sails with Dufour Yachts into the US Sailboat Show in Annapolis, MD. In the third and final episode, we get a behind the scenes look at boat show preparations as we bring the Dufour fleet into their slips. We also learn about the work the brokers must do to get their boats ready for [...]

Wind and waves will bounce your expensive boat against the dock, and bumpers alone do not offer sufficient protection. Mooring Whips are a practical and effective solution to rough- water woes. Made of the highest quality fiberglass that is totally unaffected by temperature extremes, these whips serve as a spring to hold your rig away [...]