Not all that long ago the last word in waterproof clothing was sailcloth coated with tar and some stout woollens. With no more protection than that, fishermen, sailors and explorers…
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Remigo One Electric Outboard Review
Remigo One Designed from the outset to break away from all traditional outboard motor styles, the Remigo One looks very much like a rudder. The battery is encapsulated within the…
Electric outboard motor: we test 13 options
The electric outboard motor has been around for many years, but they have either been too low powered or their lead acid batteries have made them too heavy to lift…
How to repair yacht hatches and windows
Every boat I have ever owned has had at least one leaking window or hatch at some point and, from experience, no amount of temporary bodging has ever succeeded in…
Best life vests for paddleboards, kayaks and dinghies – 50N buoyancy
Paddling, kayaking and dinghy sailing are fabulous ways to get out on the water even on a really tight budget. But, no matter how good you are at swimming, a…
Best Boat Safety Equipment – Essential marine safety gear
Getting started in boating you’ll be advised by anyone with an opinion that you should get the best boat safety equipment. The list can be mind boggling. I do double…
How to install hot water onboard a yacht
Having pressurised hot water on your boat will make all the difference to comfortable living when on board. A hot shower at the start of the day can invigorate the…
Gerber Center-Drive Multitool Tested & Reviewed
Gerber Center-Drive Best all-round multitool Specifications: Make: Gerber | Model: Centre-Drive / Center-Drive | Weight: 265g | Blade length: 74mm | Closed length: 116mm | Locking blade: Yes | Features:…
The best mast climbing gear for sailors & solo climbers
The best mast climbing gear for solo sailors or double handed sailors can be found in some well known high street stores and not necessarily in a chandlery. This buyers…
Best boat hook for catching a mooring buoy
What’s the best boat hook? Well that depends. There’s never just one is there… I don’t know about you, but I have a love hate relationship with my current boat…