Editors Tap Top Sailing Gear of the Year
ApparelGill OS2 fouliesIn early 2015, Practical Sailor tested mid-range, mens and womens foul-weather gear from Gill, Grundens, Helly Hansen, Henri Lloyd, and West Marine....
The Best of Bottom Paints
Spray-on WaxesThe December 2014 issue reported on our search for affordable spray waxes-liquid waxes that offer a glossy finish and some surface protection and...
VHFs, SSBs, and Reading the Weather
In the April 2015 issue, Practical Sailor evaluated four handheld VHF radios loaded with all the bells and whistles, including longer battery life, positive...
Gear Fit for Summer Sailing
ATN DorcapAny tropical sailor can appreciate the ATN Dorcaps mission: increase air flow down below and stay dry when a squall rolls through. Supported...
Foulie Fashion
Helly Hansen Skagen race JacketPSs testing of the Skagen Race jacket supported the makers claim that it can take a pounding. Made from patented,...
Mens Foulie Faceoff
West Marine NavigatorThe West Marine Navigator jacket and Navigator bibs are a formidable foulie combo designed for coastal sailing. The Navigator jacket is waterproof,...
Earth, Wind, and Water
Each foul-weather garment was subject to a series of rigorous tests designed to measure resistance to the elements, breathability, wearability, reflectivity, functionality, and abrasion...
Foul-weather Gear Must-haves
At the very least, foul-weather gear must be warm, dry, and comfortable. It also should be easy to adjust and fasten, which means zippers,...
Staying Warm
Hard-core dinghy sailors affectionately refer to their drysuit as the bag, and until recently, its been an appropriate, descriptive nickname. But in our last...
Practical Gifts
The Story of americas CupAnother option for the giftee who likes to admire pictures of beautiful boats during the off-season is The Story of...
Monitor Your Whole Boat From Home On A Mobile App
What if you could monitor your whole boat from home on a mobile app or on your computer? Today, we look at ship monitoring...
