Tefcite Coating Fails Static Panel Test at 1 Year
Our quest for new antifouling paints recently took us into the world of long-life spray-on coatings promoted in the commercial-shipping industry. While the spray-on,...
Imtra, Hella Dome Lights Shine
Cruising SolutionsCruising Solutions 6.5-inch dome light uses a 23-LED array with a triple emitter driver, mounted in a stainless-steel housing. Its 220-lumen rating delivered...
Shurhold Buffing Pad Cleaner
During our April 2014 performance test of rubbing compounds, we sullied a dozen brand-new wool buffing pads, all of which were Shurhold brand. Since...
Some Propane Dos and Don’ts
There's nothing more satisfying than capping a pleasant day on the water with a good meal, be it burgers and dogs on the grill...
Real-World Anchoring
Photo by Joe Minick
After nearly four decades of being married to my CQR plow anchor, I decided to try a new anchoring solution aboard...
Aggressive Hull Cleaning Stirs Up Copper Debate
Early this month, irate boat owners from Marina del Rey, Calif., packed the regional water-quality board meeting, protesting a rule that would require them...
Anchor Rode Report
Practical Sailor has been researching ground tackle for nearly 40 years, but in the controversial world of anchoring, there are always new firestorms to...
Rodes Tested from Shore and Catamaran
Our test anchors included a small, 11-pound Spade anchor, which we set using a chain winch off a beach in Pittwater, Australia. We set...
Mantus Upgrades to a Stronger Shank
Made in China, the Mantus arrives as a flat pack in a robust wooden box (strong enough to travel halfway round the world). The...
Brewing Coffee in the Galley
On some boats, coffee is considered an affordable luxury. On others, its a downright necessity, ensuring the skippers sanity. And more often than not,...
The UNIQUE Maxus 26 Lifting Keel Trailer Sailor
What is the best trailerable sailboat? One big feature is the mast stepping system. Today we look at trailer sailors like the Catalina 275,...
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Morgan Out Island 36 Used Boat Review
Most are familiar with Charles Morgan and his Out Island 41, primarily made to cruise and charter in the Bahamas, but not many are...