MARINE thru-hulls, tailpipes, valves and seacocks have parallel threads known as “American Standard Straight Mechanical” pipe threads or “NPSM”. These require thread compound or Teflon tape to seal.
I really kicked off racing offshore on Casablanca, a one off 49’er designed and built by John Biddlecombe who I worked with at Performance Sailcraft Australia.
The 18ft skiff is a high-performance sailing dinghy known for its speed, agility, and challenging handling characteristics, they are an iconic class in the world of sailing.
Bamar have just released their new 2024 Catalogue! You will find out about our latest innovations and cutting-edge solutions to enhance your sailing experience.
I started offshore sailing on Temeraire, my Dads JOG boat that he built on the front lawn at Newport during the mid 60s. I started offshore sailing on Temeraire, my Dads JOG boat that he built on the front lawn at Newport during the mid 60s.
The Walder® boom brake is a sailboat safety device that’s a snap to install; however, proper placement is essential to achieve the Walder® boom brake’s full effect and benefit.
To eliminate the dangers inherent when jibing, the Walder® boom brake controls the horizontal and vertical movement of your boom – allowing it to sweep gunwale to gunwale with complete safety.