How to Select the Best Upholstery for Your Picnic Boat
Fabric, foam, color strategy, and maintenance secrets for picnic boat seats.
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The Journal
These are the published letters. Notes on used picnic boats and the Maine coast, written for people who might actually buy one.
Best Picnic Boat Cruising Grounds in North America
From the St. Lawrence to the Gulf Coast — where to take your Hinckley and why.
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How to Restore Teak on Your Picnic Boat: The Complete Guide
That silver-grey patina will not fix itself. Here is how to bring back the golden glow.
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The Ultimate Spring Start-Up Checklist for Your Picnic Boat
Spring is coming. Is your Hinckley ready, or will she leave you marooned with a leaky hull?
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VHF Radio Etiquette: The Unspoken Rules Every Picnic Boat Captain Should Know
Save lives and avoid headaches by mastering the airwaves.
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Boat Safety Essentials: What Every Captain Needs to Know
Stay safe on the water this season
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Buying an old picnic boat: what to inspect before you fall in love
Engine records, survey details, sea trial notes and the hidden issues to check before buying an older Hinckley, Sabre or Back Cove
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All Aboard for the Fourth!
Your Guide to a Flawless Boat-Day Culinary Spread
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How to Avoid Hitting Buoys in the Bay
7 Smart Tips for Safe Navigation
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Safety: The key to a safe voyage is preparation
Whether your in the Bay or 100 miles off shore always be prepared
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From Galley to Deck: Your Guide to Picnic Boat Dining Done Right
Perfect Meals for a Picnic Boat Voyage
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The Great Loop
What to know before you start your Picnic Boat voyage
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DIY: How to Repair Scratched Teak
An experts guide to repairing scratched teak on your picnic boat
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Video: Touring the MJM Factory
Boating Magazine provides a tour of the MJM Factory
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Barry Hinckley Shares the Hinckley Story
A first hand account from a member of the Hinckley family
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Careful with your Canine
Protecting Your Boat from Your Dog's Impact
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Mastering the Gentle Art of Docking Your Picnic Boat
A Guide for Every Mariner
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The Growth Of Back Cove Yachts
Navigating Success with Maine-Built Craftsmanship
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How to Control Sea Sickness
Don’t let motion sickness ruin your voyage
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Hinckley's Historical Influencers
A historical look at the men and women that impacted the growth of Hinckley Yachts
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Hinckley Yachts, Historical Timeline
A look a the major historical events impacting Hinckley's growth
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Hinckley Yachts, A historical look
Modern Classics | Timeless Craft | Seaworthy Style
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Welcome to Teak & Beam
Cruising Culture. Dockside Style.
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