Where Credit Is Due: December 2013
While repairing a 50-gallon water tank on my 1995 Mason, I broke the Hart Systems Tank Tender penetration tube. Since this is such a...
Mailport: December 2013
Ive not used desiccan'ts aboard our boats, but after reading your dehumidifiers review (PS, June 2013), I thought there probably were other options worth...
Risks of Exploring New Places
Id wanted to plunge into a discussion of French philosopher Michel Foucaults concept of other places this month, but was concerned youd think Id...
Do-It-Yourself Nonskid Test Update
Its been 12 months since testers mounted the nonskid test panels on the roof, subjecting them to south Floridas semi-tropical weather-harsh sun, high humidity,...
Get Longer Life Out of Your Nonskid
Revamping a nonskid deck is not a project most boat owners look forward to doing. Here are a few tips to help you get...
Mildew Treatments and Stain Removers
Black spots and boat smell are just as much a part of sailing as bottom painting and folding sails-unpleasant bits we wish would go...
Where Credit Is Due: November 2013
IOTAOur boat came with an Iota battery charger installed. The cooling fan started squealing three years after we bought the boat, but theres no...
Which Bottom Paints Last the Longest?
Current TestingIn this issue, we offer an update on three different test panels-after 33 months, 22 months, and 11 months in the water.The 33-month...
3M Masking Tape Matchup
Most sailors have discovered that when it comes to applying marine coatings, masking tape is as important as a paintbrush if you want straight...
PS Editors’ Choice 2013
1)]Gadget ProtectionIn the November 2012 issue, Practical Sailor tested a sampling of waterproof bags and cases marketed for use with cell phones, digital tablets,...
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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