Solution to a Problem: Custom Shower Sump and Pump
Amid the excitement and anticipation of taking delivery of a new boat, one tends to discount the importance of certain items. In my case,...
Stowing Clear Plastic Windows
Some clear vinyls are sensitive to scratching, as has been revealed in our multiple tests. And, if not protected from the sun, it can...
Liveaboard Sailors Laundry Hacks
At home, laundry is about removing grease, grass, and coffee stains without damaging the fabric of the clothing. Energy and water efficiency only matter...
A Plunge into Off-grid Solutions Old and New
What did we think of the mop bucket and spinner as a laundry machine? It made it neat and easy to launder single items...
Cheap Glasses Showdown
I swore off prescription glasses for sailing five years ago after donating one last pair to Neptune. It's not just the cost, but also...
Winter Glove Report
Every ball player has a favorite glove. A deck shoe that sticks to wet gelcoat is highly prized. And when time comes to hoist...
Wool Sock Update
"Sailing Socks” (PS January 2019) compared polypropylene liner socks, cotton, fleece, wool and wool blends, both wet and dry. We reported heat loss over...
Boxes, Dry Bags, and Tips for a Drier Life
Our staff are not marina hoppers. That leads to the occasional wet dinghy ride or exploration by kayak, and the constant risk of ruining...
Even 2020 Yielded Some Great Gear
Once more, the bulk of the past year’s testing focused on maintenance products, safety essentials, and do-it-yourself substitutes for higher priced marine gear. Part...
Kicking Back in Keeper Pants
Ever since Under Armor convinced us that we couldn’t live without them, base layers have been all the rage in athletics. We’ve reviewed the...
How To Buy Sails – With Joe Cooper
Looking to learn how to buy sails for your sailboat? Deciding between Dacron sails or laminate sails? Thinking about how to buy carbon fibre...
