PS Advisor: 07/15/02
Foul Freshwater TanksMy freshwater tanks have become contaminated. The water smells foul. What can I flush the tanks out with to kill whatever is...
Mailport: 07/15/02
Anti-CorrosionRe: "Corrosion Inhibitors," PS May 1: After 13 years of living aboard I havedeveloped favorites in solving corrosion problems, and probably misused many as...
PS Advisor: 07/01/02
Bronze vs. Plastic SeacocksAs a long-time subscriber, I have often read your advice column. Now I could use some. I am replacing through-hull fittings...
Mailport: 07/01/02
Spirit of Joel WhiteI enjoyed very much your discussion of super-capable sailing electronics, and unnecessary equipment, and how they have taken over the simplicity...
PS Advisor: 06/02
Fender BoardsYou guys seem to have the best advice on every aspect of boating; so thought I'd try my luck with my favorite newsletter...
Mailport: 06/02
Plastics vs. WeatherFirst of all, I want to say what a pleasure it is to be getting Practical Sailor. I am very pleased with...
Mailport: 05/01/02
More Diesel ExhaustHaving read your February 1 article on diesel engine likes and dislikes, I wondered what I was missing. Did these guys know...
Mailport: 05/15/02
Radar RiposteThe article "To See and Be Seen" (February 15), contains the following quotation from a Yachting Monthly article: "within a two-mile range, most...
PS Advisor: 05/15/02
Deep vs. Shoal KeelsI have been considering purchase of an Ericson 32-200. Two options are available: shoal or competition keel. The competition configuration has...
PS Advisor: 05/01/02
Pitted Iron KeelI am a new owner of a 1980s-era Beneteau First 32 with a cast iron (I believe) fin keel that is showing...
Catalina 25 Sailboat Tour
This Catalina 25 review also explains the important differences between the swing keel, fixed fin keel and wing keel versions, along with the standard...
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Gemini 31/3000 Used Boat Review
The funny thing about the Gemini is that it's an old design. Ken Shaw drew the lines in 1969. There's nothing particularly contemporary about it. However, by painting the cabin sides black (Euro styling), adding a swept-back fiberglass "pilothouse" and gradually adding length to the full-bodied hulls, the Gemini has always looked like she belonged with her contemporaries, whether that was the 1980s or 1990s.
