Cruising World Magazine - October 2023

In this issue

A NEW DAY
Kirsten Neuschäfer’s life of adventure leads to victory in the Golden Globe solo round-the-world race.
By Theresa Nicholson

A SINGULAR PASSION
Women sailing solo around the world are few and far between, but these three sailors share a common spirit of ambition, endurance and adventure.
By Grace Buono

HAVING IT ALL
When I was 60, I decided to embrace a lifestyle of commuter cruising. Fifteen years later, it’s still one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
By Jim Eisenhart

TO Name a BOAT

In order to envision our next cruising adventure, we had to look to the past.

5 mins

GEAR Up for COLD WEATHER

Long after the big boat is put away for the season, the right clothes get you out on the water in a variety of small craft.

4 mins

CRUISING the SOUTHEASTERN BAHAMIAN Islands

This archipelago is off the beaten path, so it can feel like you have the place all to yourself.

6 mins

TENDER Feelings

Choosing the right dinghy is just the start. Keeping it clean, not getting it stolen, and protecting it from punctures can involve a lifetime of learning.

7 mins

THE Other BOAT

These four dinghies have features and options that can add safety and fun to any mothership.

4 mins

A NEW DAY

Kirsten Neuschäfer's life of adventure leads to victory in the Golden Globe solo round-the-world race.

5 mins

Lessons Learned

When it comes to home-schooling the kids while cruising, these parents learned that flexibility, and sometimes changing course, is key.

7 mins

HAVING IT ALL

When I was 60, I decided to embrace a lifestyle of commuter cruising. Fifteen years later, it's still one of the best decisions I've ever made.

5 mins

ELECTRIFYING WINCHES

Tired of breaking my biceps on manual winches, I've employed some great tools that help-and that also do a whole lot more on the boat.

6 mins

JIBING 101

Jibing can be a thing of beauty or a dangerous disaster. Here's how to make sure you and your crew are up to the task.

3 mins

BE SMART ABOUT THINKING DIRTY

Choosing the right fuel filters can go a long way toward stopping contamination problems in your diesel engines.

2 mins

AT Long LAST

The technical details of the boat's construction are compelling, but as a grander yarn, the creation of At Last is a tale of family, collaboration and friendship.

3 mins

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* Seamanship Tips: Enhance your sailing skills with expert advice on navigation, safety, and maintenance.
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