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Fresh Off The Deck

Read my latest sailing guides, tips and adventures from open waters

5 Nov 2025

Yacht Engine Checks

A few minutes of routine care before each voyage can save hours of drifting or costly repairs later. This guide walks you through the essential yacht engine checks — from oil and cooling systems to belts, batteries, and sea strainers — so you can cast off with confidence.

3 Nov 2025

Best Boots for Sailing: Tested, Trusted, and Sea-Ready

Whether you’re day-sailing in the bay or offshore in a gale, the right pair of sailing boots makes all the difference. Here are the top five models worth your hard-earned money.

31 Oct 2025

Best Sailing Wet-weather Gear: Tested, Trusted, and Sea-Ready

Whether you’re day-sailing, club-racing or heading offshore, the right jacket + salopettes set makes all the difference. Here are the latest picks for reliable sailing wet-weather gear — plus a buyer’s guide to help you choose.

The Ultimate Sailing Guides and Resources Vault

Welcome to the KiwiSailor Resource Vault. Think of this as your chart room for adventure, a comprehensive sailing guides and resources hub designed to prepare you for your next voyage. Whether you're planning a trip with my destination guides and itineraries, learning the ropes with my list of sailing terms, or gearing up with the best apps and tools, you'll find what you need right here. Dive in and explore!

Practical Sailing Guides

Explore my how-to articles that guide you through essential sailing techniques and tips to enhance your skills. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their sailing prowess.

Destination Guides & Itineraries

Find your next sailing adventure with my destination guides, and well planned and tested itineraries with a couple of gems thrown in for good measure.

Sailing Terms

Heard of ‘Bad Air’ or a Gollywobbler, or just getting things mixed up. Check my list of extensive sailing terms to test and grow your knowledge, and maybe have a bit of a laugh at the nautical slang.

Apps & Tools

Make life easy for yourself. I’ve tried tools covering stuff like Savvy Navvy’s navigation app, weather and anchoring to apps for managing your grocery list. Check them out and get more app savvy.

References

A sponge for more information and I haven’t satisfied your appetite. Check out my list of references for books, websites and other material for your bedtime reading.

Training, Regs & Events

Looking for Sailing Training Courses, Club or Association (NauticEd or RYA etc) . Or maybe you want to find information on the ‘rules of the road’ and safety at sea, or even better attend or watch one of the many epic and prestigious boat shows, regattas or races.

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About the KiwiSailor

The KiwiSailor was born from a lifelong passion for the sea and a desire to share the unparalleled freedom of sailing. Founded by a seasoned sailor from New Zealand, with a mission to demystify sailing and inspire a new generation of adventurers to cast off the lines and explore the world’s oceans. I believe that sailing is more than a hobby; it’s a way to connect with nature, challenge yourself, and create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re dreaming of your first day on the water or planning an epic offshore passage, I’m here to be your trusted guide.

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