Adhesives Test
Once upon a time in Tasmania, a skipper faced a daunting task: install a three-bladed, folding propeller without hauling out the boat. The underwater...
Getting a Grip on Velcro
We think of all stick-and-rip, hook-and-loop fasteners as Velcro-just as we ask for Kleenex after a sneeze-and most tend to have uniformly low performance...
Applying Dielectric Grease
I'm confused about how to apply dielectric silicone compound or LPS-3 (spray) to electrical connections. These are dielectric substances (i.e., insulators), which would suggest...
Mailport: April 2016
More DIY PasserellesThis is in response to your article Art of the Passerelle in the February 2016 issue of Practical Sailor and your request...
Where Credit is Due
Gill North AmericaId like to offer kudos to Becky in the customer service department at Gill North America (www.gillna.com). I sent Gill a note...
Bottom Paint Checkup 2016
A fairly significant change has taken place in the world of antifouling paint for recreational boaters in the United States. Last year, multi-national chemical...
Respect for the Mighty Barnacle
While gathering data for this months bottom paint report I took comfort in the notion that Im not the first to have barnacles on...
Spiffy Teak Tips for the Penny Pincher
Most teak cleaners don't just clean; they also remove weathered woods surface fibers and expose new wood. As much as 0.010 inches of surface...
Long-term Test Gear Updates
Many of Practical Sailors tests move from the lab (workshop/garage/driveway) to our fleet of test boats, where we can evaluate the top products in...
DIY Fiberglass Hatch Covers
The ProcessThe first order of business was to create templates from the existing hatch windows; we did this using freezer paper, confirming measurements carefully....
The ALL NEW Catalina 426 Full Tour
The Catalina 426 is the latest addition to Catalina’s renowned fleet, designed for sailors seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. This 42-foot...
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MacGregor 26M Used Boat Review
MacGregor 26 has been a staple in the trailerable sailboat market for decades, and company literature claimed more than 7,000 of the original model...