Liggett’s Shampoo Soap
After reading PS’s November 2011 report on eco-friendly liquid soaps for onboard bathing, personal-care product maker J.R. Liggett sent us one of his Old-Fashioned...
Pint-Sized Propane Locker
Explosive and heavier than air, propane is not the sort of thing you want beneath your bunk. The grills we tested this month (See...
Measure, Cut, Glue and Repeat
Generally, a deep locker will have a recessed lid. Some modification may be needed to fit locker bags.
The Rain Catchers Guide
An efficient, clean rainwater catchment isn't just for cruisers venturing into remote areas. While biologically safe, many areas of the U.S. are served by...
Practical Sailor Puts Monster-Sized Coolers Through a Melt Down
In a sailboat, "refrigeration" is a somewhat vague term. It could refer to a built-in, compressor-driven system designed to cool food and drinks as...
Design For: Tableware Storage
One solution to the problem of tableware stowage is a bulkhead rack of the type commonly available from marine chandleries and discount houses. If...
Aggressive Hull Cleaning Stirs Up Copper Debate
Early this month, irate boat owners from Marina del Rey, Calif., packed the regional water-quality board meeting, protesting a rule that would require them...
Fabric Hatch Vents: The Breeze Booster Outdraws Windscoop
Theyre not for use underway, but hood-shaped fabric air scoops can be a godsend when theres but a slight breeze stirring the heat. Theres...
Brewing Coffee in the Galley
On some boats, coffee is considered an affordable luxury. On others, its a downright necessity, ensuring the skippers sanity. And more often than not,...
Galvanized Coatings Test
Corrosion attacks anchor chain long before it has reached the end of its useful life, and corrosion begins as soon the galvanized coating fails....
Beneteau 423: What You Should Know | Boat Review
Looking to buy a 40-45 foot sailboat? Considering a Beneteau 423? See a Beneteau 423 for sale? What are the pros and cons of...
