Nautical Soundings — Practical seamanship and navigation skills from experienced boaters

Boating

Gelcoat Repair on a Boat — Step by Step for First-Timers

Captain Tom Bradley · 11 min read

Boating

Static Apnea World Record — How Long Can a Human Hold Their Breath

Captain Tom Bradley · 9 min read

Boating

Gelcoat Repair on Fiberglass Boats — How to Fix Chips, Cracks, and Blisters

Emily Carter · 11 min read

Boating

Outboard Motor Surging at Idle — What Causes It and How to Fix It

Emily Carter · 10 min read

Marine Equipment

Boat Engine Knocking — What Each Sound Means

David Hartley · 5 min read

Marine Equipment

Outboard Motor Overheating — What to Do Right Now

David Hartley · 5 min read

Marine Equipment

Outboard Motor Won’t Start — 7 Checks Before Calling the Shop

David Hartley · 6 min read

Boating

Navigation Lights Explained for Boaters Who Actually Want to Stay Safe

Jason Michael · 5 min read

Boating

Essential Spring Boat Commissioning Checklist for Safe Sailing

Emily Carter · 1 min read

Boating

How to Read Nautical Charts for Coastal Navigation

Emily Carter · 1 min read

Boating

Understanding Marine Weather Forecasts Before Your Trip

Emily Carter · 1 min read

Boating

Best Practices for Anchoring in Crowded Harbors

Emily Carter · 1 min read