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Top Laser Sailboat Accessories & Upgrades
Last Updated on July 14, 2023 by Brendan Many casual and beginner sailors buy an older Laser dinghy as their first boat. Older models, often bought second-hand, often do not contain much more than a basic setup. This means that they are missing many of the new laser sailboat accessories that are now available. This…
9 Best Sailing Bags – Sailing Bag Options
Last Updated on August 26, 2026 by Brendan When you sail a boat of any kind, you understand the importance of a good sailing bag to hold all your belongings. You may be heading to the changerooms, relaxing in the club after a long day of sailing, or storing your sailing gear below deck while…
Top 10 Best Sailing Shoes
Last Updated on August 26, 2026 by Brendan Wearing the best sailing shoes, whether on board your boat or not, can say a lot about you. Besides looking the part and being a bit of a fashion statement, of course, they have a very practical aspect as well. The most important aspect of wearing the…
Boat Knives – Best Sailing Knife Guide
Last Updated on September 28, 2026 by Brendan A sailing knife is one of the most important hand tools that any sailor should own, whether on board your boat or while rigging up your dinghy onshore. Designed as a multi-tool in many cases, the best sailing knife is, more often than not, more than just…
What Are The Best Sailing Gloves? 11 Sailing Gloves Reviewed
Last Updated on August 26, 2026 by Brendan To summarize: We picked 11 of the most popular sailing gloves available on the market. We compared the construction, durability, design, and features of each. We also looked at fingerless and full-fingered gloves. Many of the choices here scored high marks on design, fit, and strength. Most…
Best Handheld Anemometer Options
Last Updated on August 26, 2026 by Brendan You’ve no doubt seen anemometers around the place… An anemometer is a wind speed measuring device that is commonly used by weather stations and individuals or institutions interested in measuring changes in wind speed. To give the best reading, an anemometer is typically mounted on a pole…
Laser Sailing Holidays – Best Sailing Holiday Options
Last Updated on September 27, 2023 by Brendan Laser sailing holidays are an adventure-filled holiday option that can be shared with the entire family. But before we explore several different holiday programs and packages available, let’s take a closer look at the different types of sailing holidays in general. We have chosen to look at…
Cool Sailing Quotes – Nautical Quotes For Sailors
Last Updated on March 7, 2023 by Brendan Just thought I’d share with you my picks of some of the best sailing quotes that I have seen going around. There are some pretty cool quotes from a mix of some world-class sailors right through to those with just a more basic love for the water.…
How Does Boating Affect The Environment?
Last Updated on September 28, 2026 by Brendan I have been fortunate enough to have done a lot of travel over the years and have visited some truly beautiful and amazing places. For me, the most beautiful places were often the ones most untouched by humans – in pristine condition. But on taking a closer…
Blackburn’s Bass Strait Laser Sailing Record
Last Updated on August 7, 2019 by Brendan In the world of Laser sailing, Australian Michael Blackburn is a leader and champion. He won an Olympic Bronze medal during the 2000 Summer Games in his hometown of Sydney, Australia. In March 2005 his world ranking was 3rd in the Laser, the world’s most popular sailboat.…
Summer Sports For Kids: Learn To Sail at a Summer Camp
Last Updated on August 28, 2026 by Brendan As winter slowly transitions into spring, many parents are already looking for safe and educational programs for their children to come summer. If you are struggling to come up with ideas for summer sports for kids, one well worth considering is sailing. There are several different ways…
RC Laser Sailboat Review
Last Updated on March 7, 2023 by Brendan The RC (Remote Control) Laser sailboat is one of the easiest model yachts to assemble and operate. It is a scaled-down (1/4 size) version of the real boat – the famous racing Laser dinghy, which is the most popular sailing class in the world. The RC Laser Sailboat…