Capable Cruising

Find Crew the New-Fashioned Way
The Internet is a great place to find crew, provided you follow a few precautions. "At Sea" from our May 15, 2008, CW Reckonings

The GPS Broke. Now What?
If you lose your electronic advantage, taking a running fix will help you know where you are and where you’re headed. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our July 2008 issue

Learn to Take Charge of Your Electrical System
Spend a weekend with an ABYC expert and unravel the mystery of your boat’s wiring. "At Sea" from our August 21, 2008, CW Reckonings

Choices in Watermakers
Reverse-osmosis desalinators--a.k.a. watermakers--produce fresh water at different speeds, depending on the power at hand. "Gear Roundup" from our November 2007 issue

Zora’s Onboard Safety Rules
Stacey Collins advises on Mayday and MOB procedures, lifejacket policies, and more. Supplement to "The Liveaboard Kid," from our June 2008 issue