Where Credit is Due: January 2013
I wanted to send PS an update regarding the Dutchman Boom Brake recall that PS announced in the May 2012 issue. First of all,...
Topside-Paint Endurance Test 3-Year Checkup
The top-rated Awlgrip behaves much like the other two-part products in our paint reviews, and it delivers the very best results. The companys top-coat...
Mailport: December 2012
I would suggest that the keel article (PS, November 2012) misses out on a couple of matters that are very important to cruising sailors.As...
Where Credit is Due: November 2012
I have a Switlik MOM-8A man-overboard module. It is designed to mount to the rails with clips that shear off if you catch the...
Mailport: November 2012
Photo courtesy of Gordon ThompsonPhotos courtesy of C. Henry Depew and GoingApps
I am sorry that I did not get a chance to include my...
Practical Sailor Tests Reveal Best Bottom Paints
Our annual bottom paint report comes on the heels of some important news regarding the use of copper-based antifouling paint in California. Facing strong...
First Look at New Eco Paints and ‘Hard’ Ablatives
In late 2011, Practical Sailor launched a test that focused exclusively on new antifouling paints that had been introduced in the previous year or...
First Look at New Eco Paints and Hard Ablatives
In late 2011, Practical Sailor launched a test that focused exclusively on new antifouling paints that had been introduced in the previous year or...
Mailport: October 2012
I used to have a Uniden UM525 VHF radio with two wireless WHAMx4 mics aboard: one at the helm (with separate charging station inside...
Where Credit is Due: October 2012
I would like to give credit to Jabsco (www.jabsco.com) for going above and beyond in their customer service. We have three Jabsco 58500 electric...
Which Batteries Would I Buy TODAY for my SAILBOAT?
What is the best battery for a sailboat? What is the problem with lithium batteries on boats? Is AGM or lithium better for a...
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