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...
When Technology Catches the Wind
Photos by Ralph Naranjo
A lot can be learned from really small boats that carry no crew. In fact, sailing robotics-SailBot for short-is attracting sailors...
Keeping Canvas in Tip-top Shape
NikWax TX-Direct Spray-onA general-purpose product from perhaps the best known producer of aftermarket waterproofing treatments for outdoor clothing and gear, the NikWax TX-Direct spray...
Tankless Gas Water Heaters
I recently acquired a project boat, and the former owner had purchased a tankless propane water heater that he was planning to install on...
Mailport: February 2014
In regard to your January 2014 article on coffee-making methods: I would like to recommend two products to sailors who appreciate a good espresso,...
PropSpeed in the Field
We first reported on PropSpeed (www.propspeed.com)-an expensive two-part etching primer with a silicone-based top coat designed to prevent propeller fouling by being super slick-in...
Where Credit Is Due: February 2014
MacENCPS readers already know MacENC (PS, July 2013) is a good charting program. I recently experienced terrific customer service from the company. I used...
Father and Son Sail
The boys father was at the helm-though you wouldnt know it at first glance. He sat to the side of his son with his...
Protecting Clear Vinyl Windows
Protective PolishesAs it was with the spray products, ease of application among the creams and pastes was very similar, and all but one earned...
How Do Different Vinyl Types Compare?
After several months of testing the panels, we established some preliminary findings regarding different vinyl brands. The untreated Strataglass, OSea, and Regalite panels were...
Truth About Grease – Boat Maintenance Must Do Tips
Sailboat Maintenance is a big topic so we're breaking it down into bite sized boat maintenance tips in our Everything You Need to Know...
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Beneteau 393 Used Boat Review
Beneteau is one of the few builders (along with perhaps Catalina, Hunter and its own corporate cousin, Jeanneau) whose volume of production can generate...