April 1, 2005
PS Advisor: 04/01/05
The TillerMate
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Cabin Heater Update
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Mariner's Edge
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Pettit vs. Interlux
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Seaward 26 RK
Subscribers Only By no means just a stretch version of Hake Yachts' 25-footer, this new craft features a retractable keel and sensible pricing options.
Caulk and Sealant Test
Subscribers Only How does a discerning boat owner decide what's best to use for bedding and caulking, and what products make the best sealants? Here's our start at answering that question.
A Reader's Review: RayTech RNS 5.0
Subscribers Only An upgrade to Raymarine's latest nav software prompts some useful feedback.
12-Volt Booster Packs
Subscribers Only Wal-Mart's EverStart booster delivers a lot of cold cranking amps for the money, but lacks a light. The versatile Xantrex Powerpack 300 Plus, is a do-it-all booster and a good choice for smaller boats.
Mailport: 04/01/05
Priorities, Priorities
Inside Practical Sailor Blog
San Fran 'Stand-down' = Government Meddling?
by Darrell Nicholson on May 15, 2012
The Coast Guard’s request late last month that sailors “stand-down” and suspend any offshore racing outside San Francisco Bay in the wake of last month’s tragedy in the San Francisco Yacht Club’s Farallones Race rankled more than a few Bay area sailors. The response was not surprising. Critics decried the move as draconian, driven by overzealous safety mavens, an example virulent government intrusion, trampling of personal freedoms, etc. etc. etc. It is a…
