Brian Gilbert

Brian Gilbert is the author of Fix It And Sail and The Complete Trailer Sailor, both published by International Marine. Fix It And Sail documents the story of a run-down MacGregor Venture 22 sailboat, from it's discovery in the woods to its complete restoration and relaunch.

Complete Trailer Sailor is a broader examination of the overall world of small trailerable sailboats, both used and new. It covers how to buy a boat, operate it safely, and maintain it well.

He was a liveaboard sailor for four years, and currently resides in Chattanooga Tennessee. His "day job" is audio engineer and location sound mixer for broadcast television and film. He's also been a contributor to magazines such as Good Old Boat, DIY Boatowner, and Small Craft Advisor, where he produces the artwork for the featured boat in each issue.