What the End of Hurricane Season Means for Yacht Owners
The calendar is winding down, but the work is not. A calm, practical look at post-season inspection and how to plan for next year while the weather is quiet.
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From the Captain’s Log
Practical notes from the bridge
Calm, practical writing for yacht owners, from Captain Juan Carlos Castro II. Choose a category, or read on.
Maritime News
Seasonal notes and timely observations from the water, kept to what is useful and verifiable.
Captain’s Troubleshooting
Calm, practical diagnosis of the problems owners meet most — and when to hand them to a professional.
Why Your Bilge Pump Keeps Cycling, and What to Check First
A bilge pump that starts and stops on its own is telling you something. Here is how I work out whether it is harmless, annoying or urgent, in the order I would check it.
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The questions owners bring to me before they hire a captain, answered plainly.
What Yacht Owners Ask Me Most Before Hiring a Captain
The questions I hear most often from owners considering a captain, answered plainly, plus an invitation to share your own story.
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