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Explore the Craftinsure Blog for expert boating guides, maintenance tips, safety advice, and insurance insights for different types of watercraft. 

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Boat dehumidifiers: A buying guide
10 sailing knots all boaters should know
Guide to different sailing dinghy types
How to repaint a fibreglass boat (step-by-step)
Guide to reefing a sail safely and effectively
The mast on a yacht: Types and maintenance
Solo sailing guide – Tips, safety & how to sail single-handed
What is boat osmosis? Guide to causes, treatment & prevention
Points of sail explained: How to use wind and sailing directions
What is a boat hook? Types, maintenance & using one safely
Jibing in sailing: The essentials
How long does it take to cross the English Channel?
Learning to sail: The basics
Canal boat locks: a beginner’s guide
A guide to narrowboat toilets
Narrowboat crime: protecting against theft and vandalism
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