Sailboat Maintenance for Beginners - 10 Jobs You Can’t Ignore

Servicing Your Wheel-Drive Autopilot: https://www.practical-sailor.com/subscriber-only/servicing-your-wheel-drive-autopilot/ Sailboat Maintenance for Beginners doesn’t have to be complicated. In this video, we cover 10 sailboat maintenance jobs every new owner should know, including cleaning the bilge, inspecting keel bolts, exercising seacocks and through-hulls, checking standing rigging, rebedding deck hardware, inspecting the mast step, servicing the steering system, maintaining the engine, protecting battery and busbar connections, checking sails and running rigging, and inspecting the anchor and ground tackle. This practical sailboat maintenance checklist will help you catch leaks, corrosion, worn equipment and dangerous problems before they become expensive repairs or emergencies on the water. Whether you just bought your first sailboat or want a simple annual boat maintenance routine, these beginner-friendly checks can help keep your boat, your crew and your family safer. Subscribe to Practical Sailor for independent sailing advice, boat maintenance tips, equipment testing and straightforward guidance for sailboat owners. Practical Sailor is your trusted resource for reviews of sailboats and sailing gear. https://www.practical-sailor.com Chat with us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/PracticalSailor/