Fundamentals

Sailboat Parts Explained: Illustrated Guide (with Diagrams)

When you first get into sailing, there are a lot of sailboat parts to learn. Scouting for a good guide to all the parts, I couldn't find any, so I wrote one

By Shawn Buckles Sailing Guides
Cruising yacht with mainsail, headsail, and gennaker
The Ultimate Guide to Sail Types and Rigs (with Pictures)
Sailboat in front of NYC with Bermuda mainsail and Jib
Guide to Understanding Sail Rig Types (with Pictures)

Learn

How To Sail Into the Wind (in 7 Simple Steps)

Sailing into the wind seems like Poseidon's magic, but once you learn how to set up your sails and hold the correct course, you can do it. This article

By Matej Stepan Sailing Guides
Sailor's point of view heeling into the sunset
What’s the Largest Boat One Person Can Operate?
3 Sailboats with dark sails under dark clouds at sunset
Is It Dangerous to Sail in a Thunderstorm?

Cost

How Much Do Sailing Lessons Cost?

If you're new to sailing and want to learn the old-fashioned way, you need to take sailing lessons. But are they as expensive as people say? And what's a good

By Shawn Buckles Beginner Info
Lean sailboat in blue, protected waters with just the mainsail up
How Much Sailboats Cost On Average (380+ Prices Compared)
Wooden boardwalk in marina with boats tied up on either side
How Much Does it Cost to Dock a Boat for a Year?
Beautiful white gaff-rigged cutter with gaff top sail and two staysails
How Much Do New Sails Cost?

How Much Does it Cost to Transport a Sailboat? (Road vs Crew)

By William Porter in Beginner Info

Can You Sail With a Bimini Top Up?

By William Porter in Beginner Info

How Long Does it Take to Sail from California to Japan?

By William Porter in Beginner Info

How Long Does it Take to Sail from Hawaii to Tahiti?

By William Porter in Beginner Info

How Much Does a Sailboat Mast Replacement Cost?

By Matej Stepan in Beginner Info

What Are the Fastest Types of Sailboat (and Why)?

By William Porter in Beginner Info

At What Temperature Will a Boat Engine Freeze?

By William Porter in Beginner Info

What is a Swing or Lifting Keel? 14 Pros and Cons Explained

By Shawn Buckles in Beginner Info

How Big Should a Sailboat Be to Sail Around the World?

By Matej Stepan in Beginner Info

Do You Need a License to Sail Around the World?

By William Porter in Beginner Info