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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service training exercise at Bangor Marina
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service training exercise at Bangor Marina
Monday, 18 October 2010

During the evening of Wednesday 6th October Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service brought 7 fire fighting appliances and 25 fire-fighters to Bangor Marina for a major training exercise.

Boatshed Lake Michigan - Getting out on the water!
Boatshed Lake Michigan - Getting out on the water!
Thursday, 14 October 2010

This past weekend Oct 9th I was invited out for a sail on a Hunter 376 “Orion”. The season is winding down, yards are in full swing with haul – outs and winterizations. It ‘s hard to believe winter is around the corner with 80 degree ...

This salty Sundowner Tug will tug at your heartstrings!
This salty Sundowner Tug will tug at your heartstrings!
Sunday, 10 October 2010

The comfortable layout of the Sundowner Tug is suited for extended cruises with 2-4 adults and is great for entertaining many more dockside. The master stateroom features a double berth, built-in desk, bookshelf, and two hanging lockers. The forwa...

Commonsense Boat Buying
Commonsense Boat Buying
Sunday, 10 October 2010

Buying a yacht is generally a big financial commitment for most people. Ensuring that you sell or buy successfully requires a little effort on your part.

Rib Raid
Rib Raid
Tuesday, 05 October 2010

Sometimes, I come to the conclusion you just get too many emails. Anyhow, whilst poring through Friday’s delivery of the odd two or three hundred emails in my inbox, I noticed one titled Rib Raid; nothing to do with technical redundancy on serv...

Boatshed Seattle Yacht Brokers  feature a Sea Ray 340 Sundancer
Boatshed Seattle Yacht Brokers feature a Sea Ray 340 Sundancer
Saturday, 02 October 2010

The Sea Ray 340 Sundancer is one of Sea Ray's most popular express cruiser models.

Boatshed Seattle Yacht Brokers are selling boats!
Boatshed Seattle Yacht Brokers are selling boats!
Tuesday, 28 September 2010

We're the exclusive Washington licensee for the Boatshed International Yacht Brokerage System.

List Your Boat With Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle?
List Your Boat With Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle?
Tuesday, 28 September 2010

If you are interested in selling your boat speak to one of our specialist
brokers about what we can do for you!

Boatshed Brighton comments on GRP CLASSICS
Boatshed Brighton comments on GRP CLASSICS
Tuesday, 28 September 2010

My first boat was an beaten-up old marine ply kayak that my Dad bought for a fiver and my Grand Father, who was a cabinet maker, restored to full glory.
She was a bit heavy for a kayak but provided you were going in a straight line she was gre...

TYPES OF MARINE SURVEY
TYPES OF MARINE SURVEY
Tuesday, 28 September 2010

The most common types of marine survey are the Insurance- and the Pre-Purchase Condition Survey.

Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle welcomes Randy Hacker to the crew!
Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle welcomes Randy Hacker to the crew!
Sunday, 26 September 2010

Randy has earned his Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) designation,
and has many years of experience as a yacht broker in the Seattle area. #
He's proficient in motor yachts and sailing yachts, and especially brings
expertise...

Featured Boat of the Week - Meridian 48 Pilothouse!
Featured Boat of the Week - Meridian 48 Pilothouse!
Saturday, 25 September 2010

This solidly-built, fuel-efficient Meridian Trawler Yacht has a flared bow,
Portuguese bridge, nicely-equipped flybridge and enclosed cockpit ­ she¹s
designed to take on the elements. And that¹s just the beginning! With
comfort in m...

Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle at Boats Afloat!
Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle at Boats Afloat!
Saturday, 25 September 2010

Last week Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle International Yacht Brokers participated in the Seattle-Lake Union Boats Afloat Show.
Tuesday's invitation-only VIP night was a hit, and guests enjoyed wine, appetizers, music and beautiful weather...

Boatshed confessions from PSP International Southampton boat show
Boatshed confessions from PSP International Southampton boat show
Thursday, 23 September 2010

The Boatshed team are just about getting back to normal now after the PSP International Southampton boat show, our wonderful shed has been dismantled and everything has been packed away ready for our next boat show. The Boatshed team always enjoy...

TIPS on laying up your boat from Boatshed.com
TIPS on laying up your boat from Boatshed.com
Monday, 20 September 2010

Top 10 Tips for laying your boat up this winter.

Peace One Day: Tues 21st Sept 2010.  Do you know about it?
Peace One Day: Tues 21st Sept 2010. Do you know about it?
Saturday, 18 September 2010

My day started with a fantastic tour on HMS Dauntless at the PSP Southampton boat show 2010.
Charlotte, the HMS Dauntless weapons officer, Charlotte or Ma'am, met us and escorted us onboard. HMS Dauntless is the second ship of the Type 45 cla...

Boatshed Yorkshire sea trial in Force 4/5
Boatshed Yorkshire sea trial in Force 4/5
Friday, 17 September 2010

Having done my dayskipper practical earlier in the year with York Cruiser Training Centre and had Broom Boats check Yorkshire Belle over during the Winter service it was time to have a short sea trial. Some friends with a steel hulled motor cruise...

Boatshed North Wales sponsors Abersoch Keelboat week.
Boatshed North Wales sponsors Abersoch Keelboat week.
Friday, 17 September 2010

Abersoch Keelboat Week has just celebrated it’s 28th year and once again Boatshed North Wales was proud to sponsor the event.
Keelboat Week has been enjoying increased entries in recent years and SCYC enjoys a reputation for excellent race o...

GRADO Charter July 2010
GRADO Charter July 2010
Wednesday, 15 September 2010

The last time I heard the phrase “General Strike” was probably during an O-Level History lesson some considerable number of years ago. However, in terms of the impact that these words had on me personally, I can assure you that the UK’s Gene...

Surveys from a surveyor’s point of view
Surveys from a surveyor’s point of view
Wednesday, 15 September 2010

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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.