No Need To Travel Light
We review two new abandon-ship bags from ACR.
Nav Software Wars
Maptech masters the art of making sense; at 15 years old, The Capn charts a new course.
Make Some Noise
With so many types of sound signals, we set out to see which is the best.
Safety Gear for Kids
Seven life vests take the plunge: Stearns rises to the top.
The high price of safety rules
The tragic death of 32-year-old Dutch sailor Hans Horrevoets, who was washed overboard during the seventh leg of the Volvo Ocean Race, will likely...
A Gift for the Navigator
OK, here’s a test. Tired of the Caribbean circuit, you’re off exploring the North Korean coast when you see a ship showing the usual...
Take One Deep Breath
With pre-recorded instructions, the rechargeable Safety Mate calmly talks you through a range of first-aid procedures, right down to counting the 30 chest compressions...
Diving into Plotter/Sounders
Navman out-pixels ’em all, and Furuno bests the rest.
Throw Bags
It’s a toss up: KwikTek for daysailing, West Marine for offshore cruising.
Inflatable Life Vest Showdown
Crewfit brushes off Plastimo’s challenge.
Why Sailors Love to Hate the MacGregor 26
The MacGregor 26 might be the most controversial sailboat ever built. Half sailboat. Half powerboat. Water ballast. A 50-horsepower outboard. Capable of sailing… and...
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