Tom Lochhaas Archives

Check Your Inflatable PFD

January 2nd, 2014

By Tom Lochhaas, About.com Inflatable PFDs have become the norm for many sailors, particularly those going offshore, for several good

October 29th, 2013

By Tom Lochhaas, About.com When NOAA issued a release (on Oct. 22) stating that as of April 13, 2014, the

October 8th, 2013

By Tom Lochhaas, About Sailing What’s the single largest, most avoidable expense many boat owners face year after year? For

July 23rd, 2013

By Tom Lochhaas, About.com Guide A report from the U.K. of a sailor who died mere hours after buying his