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...
PS Advisor: 04/15/02
Sail MaintenanceI don't remember seeing any items on sail cleaning, care, or I missed it.My local sailmaker does not offer a cleaning service or...
Mailport: 04/15/02
Topside Paint Test Practical Sailor is to be commended for its attempt to compare topside paints (February 15). While your test will provide you...
PS Advisor: 04/01/02
Diesel Crankcase VentingThe recent diesel mechanics' forum (Feb 1) reminded me of a question I have been trying to get answered. Perhaps you...
Mailport: 04/01/02
Saga 43As a PS subscriber since the early '80swho has found the publication to be an indispensable resource,I was excited to see your Feb....
PS Advisor: 03/02
Windlass ChoicesAs I recall, you have done a number of reviews of vertical windlasses, the low-profile windlasses, and the horizontal types. But I don't...
Mailport: 03/02
Back in the Ozone AgainI have just read about "ozone warnings" in your January 1 issue. I might suggest, having been a long...
PS Advisor: 02/15/02
Exterior vs. Interior Varnish?As a long-time subscriber I continue to read with interest your varioustests on bottom paints and teak treatments. Your latest...
Mailport: 02/15/02
Hull Hole Damage ControlUnfortunately, I have a little experience with this subject ("Hull Hole Damage Control," December, 2001) as my boat has been attacked...
Mailport: 02/01/02
Vector vs. RasterYour editorial on bloatware (December 2001) could lead someone to believe that Maptech is a superior product because...
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Tartan 33 Used Boat Review
In 1978, Tartan brought out the Tartan Ten, a 33', fairly light, fractionally-rigged "offshore one design." The boat was a huge success: fast, easy to sail, and unencumbered by the design limitations of a rating rule. But the Tartan Ten had one big problem: limited accommodations with stooping headroom, an interior most kindly described as spartan. A hardy crew could take the Tartan Ten on a multi-day race such as the Mackinac, and you might even coax your family aboard for a weekend of camping out. But cruising or extended racing in comfort? Forget it!