Make Some Noise
Among inexpensive sound signal devices, gas-powered horns are hard to beat-and darn near all the same. Whistles are better left clipped to life jackets,...
Safety Gear for Kids
The Mustang provided plenty of support for every kid tested and was one of three vests to get an Excellent buoyancy rating.Bottom Line: Another...
The high price of safety rules
The tragic death of 32-year-old Dutch sailor Hans Horrevoets, who was washed overboard during the seventh leg of the Volvo Ocean Race, will likely...
A Gift for the Navigator
OK, here’s a test. Tired of the Caribbean circuit, you’re off exploring the North Korean coast when you see a ship showing the usual...
Take One Deep Breath
With pre-recorded instructions, the rechargeable Safety Mate calmly talks you through a range of first-aid procedures, right down to counting the 30 chest compressions...
Diving into Plotter/Sounders
Other plotter highlights include two map orientations, an easy-to-see course predictor line, and adjustable data boxes. Limited split-screen capability and less-than-friendly software hold this...
Throw Bags
ConclusionsThe Seattle Sports Slant Six, Plastimo, Marsars, and NRS Rescue all performed well overall and have specific features that we like, but the KwikTek...
Inflatable Life Vest Showdown
All recreational boats must carry one wearable Coast Guard-approved PFD (Type I, II, III, or Type V PFD) for each person aboard. As each...
A Shining Solution
Visibility can be a very important element when it comes to safety on the water. For that person in the water, being as visible...
Electronic Charts
The Navionics Platinum cartography matched the Gold card in accuracy and real-world representation. Underway, it generally showed us in the correct position and had...
A Sailboat Tour of the Exquisite Little Harbor 63 Ketch
Are you interested in a sailboat tour of an ocean crossing bluewater sailboat lush with teak and fine woodwork? Join us as we take...
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The PDQ 32 Cruising Cat Used Boat Review
PDQ Yachts in Whitby, Ontario, Canada, launched the Alan Slater-designed PDQ 32 catamaran in 1994 and built 53 of the boats in the following...