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We are looking at ordering cushions for our cockpit. The 2 types we have found are Bottom Siders and Sunshure. Any recommendations or pros and cons of one versus another? We have a dog so are looking for durability and comfort as well. Thanks!

Well, I've been out a few times on Stardust this winter and I'm starting to notice that my original (I think) sail selection is a little lacking. I've a storm sail and a ~120% "lapper". In light air, the lapper seems to be both not enough area and too heavy a cloth (6.5 oz, maybe?), especially...

I have been "playing" with my Barient 17 winch. It is mounted on the starboard side cabintop. It is used to raise the main as well as to control the mainsheet. The winch has been difficult recently. Sticking, harder to use blah, blah,blah ......so I decided to attempt to service it. When I...

One of my plans for the summer is to simplify the head system and install a macerator pump. I want to eliminate the extra hoses and manual pump out system. Plan is to run discharge of head directly to the holding tank with no "Y" valve. Then have the option of pumping the tank out through the...