The Tale of the Tape
Recent problems with 3M's blue tape remain a mystery, but there are some good alternatives available at reasonable prices. Intertape's ProMask Blue is a top option, and the real bargain is electrical tape.
Wax Test Results
After spending a year outside in New England's rigorous weather, our test specimens revealed which waxes endure, and which don't.
Bottom Paint Grudge Match
At Practical Sailor, we sift and filter through marine products to evaluate them so that you don't have to. Our annual bottom paint test...
PS Advisor: 10/15/04
Dealing with Road GrimeRecently, my father and I hired a transport company to move three boats to various locations in the country. Each time...
Infrared Thermometers
DIY maintenance types will appreciate that these gadgets let you safely monitor engines, electrical components, and anything with varying temperatures.
Flashlight Death-Match
For good old fashioned reliability and brightness, we like Rayovac's Roughneck. Pelican's Super Sabrelite is a good choice for portability, and either of two LED models would make sense for your ditch bag.
Reintroducing Mr. Funnel
Clean diesel fuel is the first step toward proper engine maintenance. Thanks to an Alaska-based inventor, attaining perfection in that department has become easier and less expensive.
From the Pros—DIY Blister Fix
A former boatyard professional tackles his boat's blisters with a deliberate, step-by-step repair.
Multitools Revisited
Several new offerings prompted this renewed look. For versatility and quality we like four particular models, and among those, the Leatherman Wave is our best buy.
From the Pros—DIY Blister Fix
A former boatyard professional tackles his boat's blisters with a deliberate, step-by-step repair.
Latest Logbook
Practical Sailor Logbook – September 2026
This month we tour the Hans Christian 48T — the offshore cruiser many sailors call the holy grail — walk the custom Antigua 60...
Video: Morgan 44 Review – The Catalina Cruiser Everyone Forgot
The 1989 Morgan 44 is a big center-cockpit cruising sailboat with Catalina DNA—but it may be one of the most overlooked boats of its...
Latest Sailboat Reviews
Bayfield 32 Used Boat Review
At first glance, the Bayfield 32 looks less like a fiberglass production boat from the 1980s and more like somebody shrank a traditional sailing...
