Sailing


How Sailboats Work.

How Sails Work: Understanding the Basics

Zuzana Prochazka · Jul 18, 2023 · Updated Sep 1, 2023

Sailing is all about physics and geometry but don’t worry, it’s not too hard to learn. Once the theory is down, it’s all a matter of practice. Let’s look at [...]

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Newport, Rhode Island Sailing.

Newport, Rhode Island: The Sailing Capital of the World

Zuzana Prochazka · Dec 22, 2022

Open waters, near-constant breezes, centuries of nautical history, a hotbed of international racing (America’s Cup and Volvo Ocean Race), and a scenic and accessible waterfront — you can’t deny that [...]

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best sailing gifts

10 Best Sailing Gifts

Zuzana Prochazka · Nov 22, 2022 · Updated Jun 12, 2024

Gifting can be hard, but if you have a sailor in your life, there are lots of ways to delight him or her whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or [...]

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Best 2022 Sailboats

8 Great New Sailboats for 2022

Zuzana Prochazka · Nov 8, 2022 · Updated Nov 10, 2022

Fall boat shows highlight the latest launches, and there’s much to see if you’re contemplating purchasing a new sailboat. Whether monohull, catamaran or trimaran, exciting new designs are landing on [...]

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sailing in san diego

Sailing in San Diego Guide

Zuzana Prochazka · Jan 21, 2022

San Diego and the San Diego Bay is a sailing and boating paradise located in Southern California near the US and Mexico border. The San Diego Bay is 12 miles [...]

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Parts of a sailboat

A Guide to the Different Parts of a Sailboat  

Boatsetter Team · Mar 16, 2021 · Updated Nov 29, 2023

When you use Boatsetter, you have the opportunity to choose from a myriad of different sailboat rentals from all over the United States and beyond. A sailboat is a perfect way to relax [...]

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sailing adventure

5 Incredible Sailboat Excursions You’re Missing Out On

Boatsetter Team · Aug 28, 2020 · Updated Jan 13, 2022

If you are thinking of embarking on a sailing boat rental, there are so many factors you will want to consider. For example, especially if you intend to visit small [...]

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living on a sailboat

Want a Simple Life? Here are the 3 Best Sailboats to Live-Aboard

Boatsetter Team · Jul 29, 2020 · Updated Nov 3, 2023

Try Living on the Water and Rent a Sailboat Today! Living on a boat is a romantic dream, so most people think you have to be rich to travel the [...]

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Sailing Fanatics! Red Bull Foiling Generation is Back

Mariah Hoefle · Nov 5, 2018 · Updated Jan 13, 2022

After a yearlong break, the globe’s top youth sailing competition is back! Red Bull Foiling Generation is the world’s most physically demanding youth hydrofoil race- and this year the United [...]

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sailboat-charter

Preparing for Your First Sailboat Charter

Boatsetter Team · Dec 26, 2017 · Updated Jul 24, 2023

Embarking on your first sailboat charter is like entering a fascinating amusement park where the rides keep changing. When you’re on the water, you can encounter varied wind and weather [...]

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