At best, a rope around the propeller is inconvenient. At worst, it’s deadly. Emrhys Barrell tests seven rope cutters to find out if they cut it
Gear
Diagnose and fix marine diesel engine problems
Tim Bartlett explains how you can diagnose some common marine diesel engine problems, and fix most of them
Folding and feathering propeller test
Which is the best folding or feathering prop for your boat? Emrhys Barrell compares 15 propellers for speed, thrust, drag, stopping speed and propwalk
Testing MOB retrieval and recovery kit
What’s the best kit for MOB retrieval and recovery? Chris Beeson tested a range of pushpit-mounted products to find the answer
Sea toilet smell? Get a fresh heads
Are you gagging at the smell in the heads? Nigel Calder explains the best way to eliminate that sea toilet smell from your heads and holding tank
Novel emergency boarding ladder
An emergency boarding ladder became essential kit for intrepid small boat cruiser Jim Mottram after he was knocked overboard while anchoring
How to choose the right anchor
Which of the many anchor designs is best for your boat? Vyv Cox helps you choose the best anchor for your style of cruising
Different types of anchor – pros and cons
When it comes to choosing between different types of anchor, there's a variety of factors to consider. Vyv Cox explains their strengths and weaknesses
Tried and tested: new Taylors burners
Peter Cumberlidge tests the New Taylors Burners for his traditional Taylors stove
Tried and tested: tides planner app for iPads and iPhones
Duncan Kent thinks he has found the best Tides Planner App for iPads and iPhones yet