The 2010 Sailing Season has begun.

The summer solstice is just a few days away and I hope you are all enjoying some degree of economic recovery.

There is optimism on the breeze. Sailors who own and care for their boats are still maintaining them, upgrading them, buying supplies and hardware, and new and used sails for that matter.

They are spending money to support their good old boat.

And they are looking to Good Old Boat to find what they need to help make their experience onboard better, safer and more comfortable.

We are now offering a buy 2, get the 3rd one free special for full and half page, front of book ads. We are also still offering our buy 3, get the 4th one free special for quarter page or larger color ads.

The next issue to go to press is the September/October issue which is the one we hand out at the Annapolis Boatshow.

If you want to reach even more real sailors, you should be running an ad in the next issue. The deadline to reserve space in the next issue is June 30. Send Michael@GoodOldBoat.com an email and we’ll find an advertising plan that works for you.

Who are our readers? They’re the ones in the boatyards doing the work themselves. Whether upgrading, maintaining, installing, replacing, or cleaning, they’re investing in and improving the sailboats they own and love. They want to know about the products, equipment, and services you offer for their boats.

Here's a sample article:

Choosing the right antifoulant

Learn how best to battle marine fouling

by Gregg Nestor

The year was 1625 when William Beale registered the first patent for a toxic underwater paint. It was a mixture of iron powder, cement, and copper. How effective it was is anyone’s guess. But one thing’s for sure: Bill’s paint was the opening shot in the war against marine fouling, which still rages today.

Antifouling paints have come a long way since then. Not only are they more advanced, they are also becoming more ecologically friendly. They come in a variety of formulations, types, and even colors, thus making the selection process a bit involved. Before you head off to the chandlery with checkbook in hand, there are a few preliminaries to consider.