Fall Racing General Information
In order to derive the greatest enjoyment and benefit from racing, safety and seamanship must come first. We have therefore established the following guidelines and policies to be followed by all participants in the […]
Square Knot
Step By Step: Take two pieces of line, one in each hand Make an X with the two pieces Take the line that was originally in your right hand and […]
Bowline
This knot is the most important sailor’s knot. It will be used for a variety of reasons such as attaching a boat to a mooring ball, fastening jib sheets, attaching […]
Soling Racing General Information
In order to derive the greatest enjoyment and benefit from racing, safety and seamanship must come first. We have therefore established the following guidelines and policies to be followed by all participants in the […]
Round Turn and Two Half Hitches
The round turn and two half hitches is a secure, quick, and reliable way to fasten a line under load to a fixed object like a post or rail. The […]
Winter Projects – Mooring Service
Mooring inspection is one of the earliest signs of spring at Boston Sailing Center. As soon as the weather breaks, we sweep off the tender and fire up the winch. […]
How to Pick a Sailing Glove
Sailing gloves are essential for any day out on the water. At the Boston Sailing Center, we have short and long finger Gill Deckhand gloves and Gill 3 Seasons gloves […]
Trust the Process
Summer racing is competitive, interesting, and friendly. The wind shifts keep everyone in the game for most of the races. No lead is safe. No mistake makes for certain defeat. […]
Massachusetts State Boating Safety Law
Over the years, Massachusetts has been working towards a law requiring all motorboat operators to obtain a boater safety certificate. Currently, most states require some form of certification. Massachusetts is […]
Beneteau 323 Tango
With ingenious interior fittings, the Oceanis 323 offers amazing living and storage spaces.