Efficient use of power is rarely far from a skipper’s mind, so building in capacity to flush toilets using battery power when the tried-and-tested mechanical option is so much less…
Gear
What lifejackets should you have for offshore cruising?
Father and daughter Richard and Lisa have recently bought a Sigma 33 to be kept on the east coast for North Sea cruising and club racing. In time they’d like…
Rig check: How to inspect and tune your standing rigging for maximum safety
There are many ways a boat’s rigging can fail, but there will also, usually, be important telltale signs indicating that a problem is developing. A good regular check, therefore, will…
How to prevent an earth loop on your boat
It’s impossible to get to grips with electrically promoted corrosion – as distinct from that caused by oxidation, such as rusting – without appreciating the extent, vigour and unpredictability of…
Henri Lloyd Womens Elite Hi-fit Salopette tested
Henri Lloyd Womens Elite Hi-fit Salopette The choice of women’s specific offshore salopettes from the big brands are generally available only in one colour, two at a pinch and those…
Best boat dehumidifier: 7 models tested to keep your boat dry
It sounds obvious, but boats tend to live in a damp environment. Even if you keep yours ashore or in your driveway, damp can still be an expensive problem. A…
Best coastal lifejackets: 8 lifejackets tested suitable for cruising, a ride in a RIB or tender
Anyone who spends time on coastal waters – whether on a yacht, a RIB, or a tender – a good lifejacket is arguably the most important piece of kit you…
Best boat knife – 11 options tried and tested
The best boat knife will be a life saver and a constant sailing companion for years to come. Make sure you find the right one that suits you and what…
Do you really need a radar reflector on your yacht?
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency recommends that all UK-registered boats carry a radar reflector. Its Marine Guidance Note 349 states that: ‘All small craft should correctly and permanently install a…
The best multitool for boating: 10 tested
A multitool is a toolkit in your pocket for when you need it the most. The Yachting Monthly team put eight popular models to the test