Sails, Rigging & Deck Gear

Keeping Ice at Bay

Southern sailors often put their boats away for a few months when the water gets a little cool. Northern sailors have a more definitive...

Installation Tips for Deicers

When it comes to deicers, proper installation is key. Here are some tips to ensure your setup will optimize ice removal.The deicer should be...

Testing Winches with Dale

Part 2 of our winch test this month brought back fond memories of the man who helped steer me into my position as Practical...

Anchor Shackles Round II

In our recent investigation into anchor shackles, Anchor Shackles, the $15 Insurance Policy (PS August 2015 online), we were aware that our sampling lacked...

Winch Grease Corrosion Tests

When it comes to most mechanical things-like wheel bearings on a car-its miles that wears em out, as my grandfather used to say. And...

Winch Servicing Basics

While using the right winch grease is important, servicing the winch before the grease turns to gum, washes out, or the pawls start to...

The Price of Radio Silence

I hope there are some parents or grandparents out there with some sage advice for a man in my predicament. I didnt realize how...

Rigging and Deck Gear

Testers reviewed a slew of rigging and deck gear products during the last year-ranging from furling blocks to lifeline chafe protection and rigging terminals....

How Much Drag is in a Drogue?

Weve long been interested in drogues, devices specifically designed to be towed behind a boat to reduce speed and to produce directional stability in...

Field Testing Drag, Behavior

We did not test every drogue that appears in the accompanying table, PS Value Guide: Drogues. However, we collected a huge amount of test...

The ALL NEW Catalina 426 Full Tour

The Catalina 426 is the latest addition to Catalina’s renowned fleet, designed for sailors seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. This 42-foot...

Latest Sailboat Review

Martin 16 Used Boat Review

The Martin 16 is designed for adaptive sailing so people with disabilities can easily control sails and steering. It is an excellent choice for...