Skip to contentHey there! It’s Joshua, editor of Cruising Freedom.Much like you, I envision sailing around the world and experiencing the freedom that we all deserve. That’s regardless of our backgrounds and upbringings.On this page, you’ll find some beautiful anchorages for both sail and motorboats.…Skip to contentHey there! It’s Joshua, editor of Cruising Freedom.Much like you, I envision sailing around the world and experiencing the freedom that we all deserve. That’s regardless of our backgrounds and upbringings.On this page, you’ll find some beautiful anchorages for both sail and motorboats.WW…

Skip to contentIf you’re doing coastal cruising or offshore passages, it’s no longer accepted by the sailing community to merely have a map and sextant. Instead, you should be reaching for some real technology that has become remarkably cheaper over the years.For me – it’s difficult to even consider anything other than a Chartplotter these days.So with that in mind, I’ll be covering some of the best chartplotters for long-distance sailing and liveaboard cruising.Let’s begin.The B&G Vulcan 7 is a Chartplotter with an easy-to-use 7” multi-touch screen to help with navigation while...…Skip to contentIf you’re doing coastal cruising or offshore passages, it’s no longer accepted by the sailing community to merely have a map and sextant. Instead, you should be reaching for some real technology that has become remarkably cheaper over the years.For me – it’s difficult to even consider anything other than a Chartplotter these days.So with that in mind, I’ll be covering some of the best chartplotters for long-distance sailing and liveaboard cruising.Let’s begin.The B&G Vulcan 7 is a Chartplotter with an easy-to-use 7” multi-touch screen to help with navigation while...WW…

Skip to contentA quality sailing jacket is one product that’ll make or break your perfect day out there on the water. Choosing the right one can be difficult, but we’ve made that a little easier.Our options are best for those who routinely go sailing and need a quality wind blocker, but aren’t sailing in difficult storms or multi-day races.We have used and recommend:The Helly-Hansen brand is reliable and typically expensive, but this option is affordable while delivering the quality this brand is known for. The seven J sailing jacket is perfect for days when it’s not too cold, and the...…Skip to contentA quality sailing jacket is one product that’ll make or break your perfect day out there on the water. Choosing the right one can be difficult, but we’ve made that a little easier.Our options are best for those who routinely go sailing and need a quality wind blocker, but aren’t sailing in difficult storms or multi-day races.We have used and recommend:The Helly-Hansen brand is reliable and typically expensive, but this option is affordable while delivering the quality this brand is known for. The seven J sailing jacket is perfect for days when it’s not too cold, and the...WW…

Skip to contentHeading out on a sailing adventure? Need some inspiration away from the YouTube creators we often featured? Then you’re in the right place.We have rounded up the best books for sailing enthusiasts. You’ll find highly respected books on racing, cruising and sailboat maintenance for your next adventure on the open seas!One of the best sailing books available, the Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 69th Edition is a comprehensive book with descriptions, illustrations, and pictures for every situation.Whether the need is a guide for it all or looking for some tips, the book has an...…Skip to contentHeading out on a sailing adventure? Need some inspiration away from the YouTube creators we often featured? Then you’re in the right place.We have rounded up the best books for sailing enthusiasts. You’ll find highly respected books on racing, cruising and sailboat maintenance for your next adventure on the open seas!One of the best sailing books available, the Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 69th Edition is a comprehensive book with descriptions, illustrations, and pictures for every situation.Whether the need is a guide for it all or looking for some tips, the book has an...WW…

Skip to contentHere at Cruising Freedom, we’re huge advocates of safety at sea. It’s for that reason we recommend seriously dependable safety equipment.In this list, we’re going to look at the best sailing lifejackets for coastal and offshore cruising. Whether you sail a yacht, catamaran or even a trailer sailor, this list will help you choose the right life vest for your sailing conditions.For those short on time and simply want an easy answer, then…We highly recommend the ➜ Mustang Survival Corp HIT Inflatable Life Jacket 👍(It’s #2 on our list but is much more budget-friendly!)Likewise,...…Skip to contentHere at Cruising Freedom, we’re huge advocates of safety at sea. It’s for that reason we recommend seriously dependable safety equipment.In this list, we’re going to look at the best sailing lifejackets for coastal and offshore cruising. Whether you sail a yacht, catamaran or even a trailer sailor, this list will help you choose the right life vest for your sailing conditions.For those short on time and simply want an easy answer, then…We highly recommend the ➜ Mustang Survival Corp HIT Inflatable Life Jacket 👍(It’s #2 on our list but is much more budget-friendly!)Likewise,...WW…