Tag Archives: Back Cove Design

And so the Back Cove 30 begins

Over the next few months I am going to follow each step in the development of a new boat design. I hope you'll enjoy learning more about how designs are taken from computer screen to water. "Tools" for the purpose … Continue reading

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Back Cove 30 …. A Sneak Preview

Over the last five years Back Cove Yachtshas collected quite a following, having completed more than 400 hulls. Now, the design that started it all is going to be replaced with the next generation of designs. Yes the venerable Back … Continue reading

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Diesel, Gas and clean air

I read a lot of marine publications. Whether looking for the next new styling idea, browsing the “boats for sale” ads to see how many of our boats are on the market or looking for technical tips, I try to drink … Continue reading

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Stern Thrusters and Avoiding being the Laughing Stock

Leaving the marina and returning to the dock are the two most anxious moments in a boaters day. After all if you mess up it is a little embarrassing. I for one will admit to one very embarrassing departure on … Continue reading

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(Quiet) Power when you need it

I don’t rave about specific brands as a rule. If you do that someone who sells another brand is likely to ask why you haven’t given them this same amount of publicity. Of course when it comes to gen sets … Continue reading

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