Many people dream about taking a boat to a far-away place. Like any adventure it is not without risk and maybe that is part of the appeal. Perhaps your … [Read more...]
Peter d’Anjou
Storm Preparations: At the Dock
December 22, 2010 By
As the first winter storms of 2010-2011 descend on the nearby North Atlantic, I am reminded that we are all subject to furious storms. There is no greater … [Read more...]
Rotten to the Core: Fiberglass Core Repair, Part Two
December 15, 2010 By
In my last post, I explained how to identify where the core of a fiberglass boat needs repair. When repairing core problems it is important to find the … [Read more...]
Fiberglass Core Repairs, Part One
December 9, 2010 By
If you are considering buying an older fiberglass boat that your marine surveyor has indicated has water in the hull, don’t be put off-- this is fairly … [Read more...]
G-10: The Secret Weapon of DIY Boat Repairers
December 3, 2010 By
People who enjoy fixing old boats all have their favorite products. Some like working with wood, some on fiberglass boats, others with epoxy etc…but … [Read more...]
Relax Afloat, Before You Pull the Boat
October 25, 2010 By
Summer boating has its own vibe—groups of friends, rushing off for the vacation, a rendezvous, packing the kids onboard, and, if you’re like me, competitive … [Read more...]
Fixing a Used Boat
October 24, 2010 By
I've owned more boats than I have fingers and all of them have been used. In fact, I've never owned a brand new boat. Oh, I commissioned dozens of new … [Read more...]
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