For Big Repairs, Try Bellwether Boatyards
The wide-angle view gained by so many technicians at Brewer and smaller chains like Maryland-based Zimmerman Marine makes it quite likely that your sailboats...
Do-it-for-me Boatyards
The H- or U-shaped heavy gauge steel that Travelift wheels run in should be relatively rust-free, and the pilings, often a straight and batter-pile...
Protecting Clear Vinyl Windows
As any boat owner can attest, theres no better view than the one from the helm underway. But as time and UV exposure yellow...
Chandlery- December 2013
We know there are PS readers who strive to get live off The Grid, and thats the aim of the SunRocket, a solar-powered kettle...
Pondering a DIY Diesel Tank
I have often referred to (former PS Editor) Dan Spurrs book, Spurrs Guide to Upgrading Your Cruising Sailboat, and I was going to follow...
Riprap
NOAA Ceases Making Paper chartsThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrations (NOAA) Office of Coast Survey, which has been responsible for creating and maintaining charts...
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,...
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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Beneteau 40.7 Used Boat Review
Beneteau began building boats in France in 1884 when Beneteau opened shop for the purpose of constructing trawlers at Croix-de-Vie. Eighty years later, under...