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March 2005 
Portable Gas GeneratorsExcellent voltage stability gives the Yamaha top honors among the inverter-type gas generators. For a less expensive, but louder, option we'd take the Briggs & Stratton. Seldén's In-Mast Furling System There's not much new about in-mast furling, except for those spars that now accommodate sails with full-length vertical battens. Headings: Designers' Conference—Part II Glenn Henderson (Hunter Marine), Tim Jackett (Fairport Marine; C&C and Tartan Yachts), Tony Smith (Performance Cruising), Jim Taylor (Sabre Yachts), and Robert Perry, share insights regarding the deck layouts, accommodations, and construction methods they favor. Bottom Paint 2005 The top paints from previous years, like Micron 66, get split decisions this year. Interlux's Trilux II comes in as the surprise top performer—too bad it's only available in Canada. Pettit's Hydrocoat and a paint from Blue Water did well in both Florida and Connecticut waters. Discount Options for Sails We web-surfed our way to some real bargains on working sails. It takes time, persistence, and a little self-education, but there are good deals out there. Weather Receivers Garmin's GDL series requires a subscription fee, but offers a wider range of marine weather information than Furuno's Fax 30—and it's in color. Rechargeable Spotlight Test The Optronics QR 2001 comes out on top, followed by models from Brinkmann and LSI. And the Garrity is bright, lightweight option. | ||||||||
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