Boat Maintenance

Banish Junky Anchor Rode Markers

For the boat owner who thinks he has everything, there is yet still another bit of electronic wizardry…a widget that tells you how much...

Spare Parts

Westerly Owners AssociationFollowing publication of the September 1999 Used Boat Survey of the Westerly Centaur 26, we received correspondence from Joe Douglas, editor of...

New Glass, Poli-Glow and Vertglas Gelcoat ‘Restorers’ Last Longest

When small computers started to become popular, experts spoke knowingly of the “paperless office.” When the year 2000 rolled around, pundits said that the...

Upgrading the PS Test Boat

It seems our entire boating lives have been spent fixing up junkers. Well, not exactly hurricane boats, but older fiberglass boats that needed a...

Special Maintenance Section:Newcomers Bristol and Woolsey Are Promising Teak Treatments

Teak has for years been the wood of choice for marine use, although the trend towards the elimination of exterior teak appears to be...

Special Maintenance Section:Pettit Trinidad SR Leads a Large Group of Bottom Paints

Fouling is simply the growth of water-dwelling critters on your boat’s bottom, resulting in higher skin friction and a decrease in a boat’s speed...

Special Maintenance Section:Newcomers Bristol and Woolsey Are Promising Teak Treatments

Teak has for years been the wood of choice for marine use, although the trend towards the elimination of exterior teak appears to be...

Special Maintenance Section:Pettit Trinidad SR Leads a Large Group of Bottom Paints

Fouling is simply the growth of water-dwelling critters on your boat’s bottom, resulting in higher skin friction and a decrease in a boat’s speed...

LED Flashlights: Tektite Expedition Best Value

Most of us have had the annoying experience of the bulb failing in our flashlight, usually at a less than opportune moment. Even when...

Spare Parts

Storms and SeagullsBrian Pollard wrote, Reference your excellent article Rogues Waves Do The Damage (January 1, 2000), your readers should know of the book...

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...

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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...