There are 7 distinctive types of Sailboats, which are highlighted below. Sloop: A Sloop has 1 mast and 2 sails. The Sloop ring is the most popular rig for small to medium sailing boats. Catboat: A Catboat has 1 mast and 1 sail. Since a Catboat only has 1 sail, it’s a perfect choice for sailing with children or if you are shorthanded. Sunfish: A Sunfish has 1 mast lateen sail. This type of boat is popular because it’s portable…
Keeping a boat teak decking clean and maintained can be a difficult task. Still, it is undoubtedly one that should be done regularly, not only to ensure it stays looking great but to ensure that the non-slip properties of a teak deck remains just that, non-slip. Here are our top 2 tips on how to ensure your teak deck remains shipshape. Don’t scrub the deck Traditionally, sailors were told to ‘scrub the deck’, but this is not true with a…
In the UK one fifth of canal boat hirers are new to canal boating, as you do not need to be an expert of the waterways to hire a narrowboat. If this is something that you have considered, here are a few tips to help your boating trip go a bit smoother. 1. When meeting other boats on the canal, stick to the right. The canal systems work the opposite of how we drive on the roads. 2. It is…
Looking to sell your boat, but can’t workout how to do it? Hopefully this helps. For those who like the idea of third party professionals handling the sale of their boat, it’s worth going through a dealer of the relevant boat brand, or an independent Broker. You will pay a percentage of the final sale price for their services, but it’s less of a headache. A potentially cheaper option is organising the sale yourself through a classified website or in…
Cambridge is a hugely popular location for those who love a spot of boating. Whether you’re looking to ride a riverboat or narrow boat into Cambridge and moor up there, or are looking to drive and enjoy a spot of punting, there’s plenty of options in this beautiful historic city. Many people hire boats in the area to explore the different areas of Cambridgeshire. The main river is the River Cam, and you’re able to enjoy 150 miles of tranquil,…