Bladder Failure Sparks Inflatable PFD Recall
Mustang Survival recently issued an urgent safety recall of several inflatable PFD models with fluorescent green bladders. In the U.S., those models are the...
Synthetic Teaks Go Toe to Toe
Teak offers many advantages that make it a great decking choice. Compared to other woods, metal, and fiberglass, teak is a good non-slip surface...
Synthetic Decks vs. PS Testers
For this comparison of synthetic teak options, our first concern was ease of installation. The manufacturer typically carries out the hardest part-welding the panels...
Stocking Stuffers for Sailors
Lunatec AquabotWeve seen some useful niche products come from California-based Lunatec in the last few years (PS May 2013), and the companys relatively new...
Marine Maintenance Q&As
I cannot eliminate the smell of diesel fuel from my boat. The previous owner had a fuel leak that soaked the wood under the...
Free Online Nav Course
Vanderbilt University is offering a free online course in celestial navigation fundamentals. The course-developed in collaboration with PS Technical Editor Ralph Naranjo, made possible...
Mailport: December 2015
Webasto heaterWe recently purchased a Webasto Airtop 3900 do-it-yourself (DIY) kit from Defender Industries. The instructions were very comprehensive, and the installation and product...
Where Credit is Due: Trident Marine, Tidewater Sodablasting, and More!
Taylor Made productsJust wanted to give a big two thumbs-up to Taylor Made Products (www.taylormadeproducts.com). I had purchased a large-diameter buoy online, and the...
Taking the Spill Out of Fill-ups
Fueling a boat has never been as easy as fueling a car. Spills-exacerbated by poorly designed fill pipes and vents-are common. The U.S. Environmental...
Practical Holiday Gift Ideas for Sailors
Our last gift idea this month, falls into the splurge category-or perhaps, the practical splurge group. This bulletproof cooler impressed testers with its features...
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...
