Sailing the Seas of Innovation at Venemessut 2024

The Helsinki Fair Center was abuzz with nautical excitement as the annual Venemessut boat fair hoisted its sails. As a passionate boater, I couldn’t resist diving into the vibrant atmosphere. However, this year, something unexpected awaited: a solitary sailboat Dufour 470 stood amidst a vast ocean of motorboats. Not exciting. A few gems truly captured […]
Why I’m Finally Letting Gemini Marine On Board (And You Should Too)

Listen, I’ve spent decades fighting with webbing straps. They hum in the wind, they rot in the sun (if wrong make then in under one year), and they make a beautiful sailboat look like a floating laundry line. I’ve always said: if you want a job done right, you use stainless steel, not string. That’s […]
Set sail into the future with iPhone LiDAR and 3D scanning of your boat!

iPhone Lidar and 3D scanning apps enable precise, hassle-free boat measurement, creating detailed 3D models for planning and sharing.
Gravidry Open Cell Foam: The Comfort Revolution You Didn’t Know You Needed

Gravidry’s open-cell foam redefines comfort with breathability, lightweight, fast drying, durability, and versatility in various products.
Guide to a Sprayhood That Doesn’t Look Like a Laundry Bag

If you’re going to do it yourself, do it right. A sagging sprayhood doesn’t just look sad—it’s a wind-vane that’ll ruin your day.
Bimini: From Humble Beginnings to Boating Bliss

Exploring the origin of the bimini top, from Florida fishermen’s makeshift shade on Bimini island to today’s diverse boat canopies.