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Sailboat mast and rigging maintenance and tuning tips from an accredited marine surveyor. Review these tips to insure years of pleasurable sailing.

Read why you should consider hiring a marine surveyor to inspect your new boat before purchasing. Get tips for finding a marine surveyor.

High performance boats are more elaborate than ever. Read as Tres Martin explains why its important to attend high performance boat school training.

Tying your boat to the dock is important so that it is secure enough not to get damaged by knocking up against the dock due to conditions such as wind, waves and tide. Markel Marine explores some helpful tips on the lines to use and how to tie them.

Markel gives great tips on selecting and buying a boat--whether it's new or used, large or small--find the right boat for you!

The visible images many people associate with drowning do not have much in common with what real drowning looks like.

Do you have enough boat insurance coverage if you got into a boating accident? Find out how to tell if you and your boat are protected here!

What you need to know about boat repairs and boating insurance. How can repair orders effect your boating insurance? Learn more here.

Where and when you use your boat can affect boat insurance rates. Read what you should consider telling your insurance company to keep your premiums low.

Thinking about buying a new boat? Read Markel Marine Insurance buying tips. Find out about boat loans, down payments, marine surveys & more!