Posts by Atomic Tuna Yachts
Create a Sailing Checklist to Make Sure You Are Voyage Ready
Being prepared for an adventurous sailing trip starts with making sure you create a sailing checklist so you can cover all of your bases and stay safe while you are out exploring the ocean. A checklist keeps you organized and gives you a gentle reminder of tasks you need to accomplish to make sure your…
Read MoreTypes of Sailboat Designs and Styles
Whether we are seeking relaxation, exhilaration, or both, we feel exhilarated when we harness the power of the wind to carry us across the water. Over time, certain types of sailboats have emerged as favorites for cruising, racing, and other specialized applications. Sailboats differ not only in the kinds of mast configurations and sails they…
Read MoreTop Mobile Apps and Tech for Boating Enthusiasts
Technology now offers informative, mobile applications to help you enjoy life on the water. If you’re a boater or a sailor, you most likely already have your preferences. If you’re looking to enjoy the sailing or yachting lifestyle, you will learn to use mobile applications to help you schedule your departure dates based on the…
Read More4 Hard-Learned Boating Lessons from History
Thankfully, we’ve all been exposed to enough films like A Perfect Storm and Master and Commander to have a healthy respect for the sea. Most of the pivotal mistakes from the long history of boating have already been made. From sending ships out to hurricane season, to ironically having too many life-saving devices, here are…
Read More5 Advantages of Owning a Boat in San Francisco
You’ve always wanted a reason to invest in a sailboat, cruiser, or luxury motor yacht. Maybe you want to invest in your firm’s key account rewards program, or you simply want an activity your entire family can enjoy together. Maybe you don’t need a reason to purchase a boat, other than you’ve worked hard, and…
Read More5 Ways to Protect Yourself During Storms at Sea
When you spend time sailing the open water it is inevitable that you will run into a storm at some point. While nobody likes to think of being at the sea’s mercy, it is always possible. Knowing what to do ahead of time is the best course of action – but what is that?
Read MoreHow Marine Technology on Boats has Grown Over the Years
Not all sailors are alike. Some have the sea in their veins, others have to rely on machines to help them. Invention and Slow Deployment of Electronics has helped everyone get their chance to safely sail the open water.
Read MoreA Lesson in Sailboat Terminology
Have you ever been told that you talk like a sailor, but in a good way? No? Well, if you’re thinking of sailing or boating, you definitely need to pick up some of the terminology, along with a nice life vest — both are important on any vessel that’s too big for the bathtub. If…
Read MoreSeamanship vs. Boat Technology: What Do You Consider Most Valuable?
Any veteran yachter will tell you that years of experience on the open sea and a seamanship ‘sixth sense’ makes for the best operations on the water. But, with today’s technology, boating and yachting are becoming more available to more rookie enthusiasts who can rely on devices and data to safely navigate the seas. Today,…
Read MoreBuying a Used Boat: The Rewards and Dangers
Boating is a sport that promotes rest and relaxation, and the opportunity to connect with nature on a whole new level. It is a sport that can assist you on a quest to put fresh seafood on the table as well as allow you to kick back and enjoy the sunshine with friends and family…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Living on a Boat
Many a seafarer dreams of living on a boat full-time. As Americans are becoming enamored with the “tiny home” lifestyle, they’re taking a close look at living in RVs and vessels. If you’re interested in the nautical life, here are some of the best qualities of the liveaboard lifestyle.
Read MoreA National Treasure – San Francisco’s Fleet Week
The anticipation is building! The enormously popular and entertaining San Francisco Fleet Week is right around the corner. Taking place October 1-8, 2018, SSFW was commenced in 1981 when then Mayor Dianne Feinstein, along with the City of San Francisco, led the nation in celebrating the United States’ sea services.
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