Innovative technology has always created fresh new chapters in how we approach sailing. You only have to look back at the most advanced and sophisticated navigation systems of the mid-twentieth…
Gear
How do you know if you have enough purchase in a rigging system?
What does lifting a sodden man overboard out of the drink and tensioning the backstay have in common? Well, unless you’re sailing a very small dinghy, they both make use…
I tried Grunt boat cleaner and my boat has never looked so clean!
Grunt Boat Cleaner Specifications: Comes in 500ml and 1 litre bottles Suitable for use on fiberglass, gel coat, metal, and painted surfaces Can be applied using a spray bottle or…
Best Sailing Sweaters: 7 tops for Men and Women
When a cool wind blows, any day of the year can quickly become sweater season. Here’s how to stay warm and comfortable on deck with 6 of the best sweaters…
I reviewed the Mustang Atlas 190 lifejacket and it’s raised the bar for bladder design
From the outside the casing looks pretty standard and dare I say it a bit bland. It doesn’t shout look at me, which might appeal more to a large section…
BioLite AlpenGlow 500 – Tested
BioLite AlpenGlow Specifications: Battery 6400 mAh (23.6 Wh) Li-Ion Inputs Micro USB Outputs 1x USB A, 5V / 2.4A Weight 13.4 oz (380 g) Burn Time 5 hours HIGH Up…
Best diesel heaters for boats – An expert buyer’s guide
Planning on extending your sailing season? Duncan Kent investigates diesel forced air heaters and finds out what is available on the market
Best portable boat heaters to stay frost free and cosy – TESTED
The best portable boat heaters have to fulfil a variety of requirements and come in different styles and formats according to application. Do you want to leave your boat and…
Everything you need to know about hydrogenerators
The potential of hydrogeneration has been well understood for decades, but it’s only over the past 15 years that the idea has started to become properly commercialised. In essence, it’s…
5 steps for stress free boat storage this winter
Roger Nadin ponders boat storage as he prepares to hang up his sailing gear at the end of the season