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What lasts, what doesn't. Our latest exposure results.

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

Pettit Trinidad SR tops the list of owner-applied paints.

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

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

Pettit Trinidad SR tops the list of owner-applied paints.

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Of 18 models tested, we like the Tektite Expedition.

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British Seagull, S&S, Micrologic

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