Mailport & PS Advisor

Gybing Spinnakers without Getting Snagged

Last month’s report on preventing jib sheets for snagging while tacking (see “In Search of the Snag-free Clew,” PS February 2024) brought up a...

PS Advisor 04/15/99

Washer/Dryer CombosWe own a Nauticat 43 S&S design motorsailer and I want to install a washer/dryer. I would sincerely appreciate any information you have...

PS Advisor: July 2001

Lexan vs. PlexiIm planning to replace my wooden companionway boards with translucent plastic. Is there a difference between Lexan and plexiglass? Can both be...

Cleaning the Holding Tank

Weve noticed an odor and a buildup of caked-on solids in the holding tank. My thought is to fill the holding tank with fresh...

Simple Tricks for When You’re Going Aloft

Early summer is about the time we notice that something needs our attention at the top of the mast—an antennae connection, faulty mast light,...

Mailport 02/01/98

Scanning SonarRegarding the article, Field Testing the New Breed of Scanning Sonars in the September 1997 issue, I agree that it is very helpful...

Mailport: April 2013

I would like your comment on what I believe may be a safety issue with one of the Marinco EEL 30-amp shore-power cords (PS,...

PS Advisor: 10/01

Balsa vs. Foam CoresOK, I admit-I am cheating a bit. While my first love is sailing and I am the proud owner of a...

Mailport: May 2016

Boarding Step RetrofitIn your February 2016 issue, you had an article about boarding steps. As the freeboard is getting higher and higher on modern...

Mailport: Dustless Sanding

Regarding your recent Waypoints article about making your own dustless sander (see Dustless Sander, PS April 2016 online) I added a Dust Deputy (~$50...

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...