Batteries are in many ways anathema to sailors. They are heavy, finicky things, whose performance wanes with time, requiring an elaborate system to keep them in good shape. They are…
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Yachting Monthly May 2022 – On Sale 31 March 2022
Inside the May 2022 issue of Yachting Monthly: How to sail round Britain: Routes, tidal gates, harbours & more, Radar pilotage masterclass: Find your way in any weather, night &…
Battery gas: A close shave for one sailing couple
Concerned about a ‘hessian-like’ smell, Pat Buckley-Jones and his wife Ruth discovered battery gas was escaping from their overcharged device
Why an activated carbon monoxide alarm may indicate a battery charging issue
One sailor’s experience highlights that it isn’t just carbon monoxide that can set off your carbon monoxide alarm. Vyv Cox explains why
Renewable energy afloat: the latest tech
Sam Fortescue examines how renewable energy afloat is benefitting from technical developments in other sectors
Boat maintenance: the 55-point skipper’s checklist
The ultimate boat maintenance checklist to make sure your yacht is ready for launch and the start of the sailing season
How to choose the right lithium batteries for your boat
Boost the life and performance of your lithium battery by installing the correct charging setup, says Duncan Kent
Lithium-ion batteries: a buyers’ guide for sailors
Duncan Kent explains why you should opt for quality when installing a lithium-ion battery, plus our pick of the best lithium iron phosphate batteries on the market
How lithium batteries are changing onboard power
Duncan Kent investigates the technology used in lithium batteries and explains what to consider in matching them with a management system
Get Ready for the Season: 8 jobs we often forget
From batteries to logs, Rupert Holmes reminds us of the quick checks with long-lasting implications