GMDSS: Mass Confusion?
Recently we received the following e-mail from reader Gerard Lacroix, asking questions about radio communications that must be on the minds of others. Your...
Handbearing Compasses: Plastimo Iris
One of the most time-consuming chores at Practical Sailor is finding, selecting and assembling the products to be tested. Even before we figure out...
Offshore Log: All Aboard!
When you own a double-ender, a midship swim ladder is the way to go. Tops-In-Quality worked with us to develop a simple, rather elegant ladder.
Offshore Log: Things That Go Bump
The crew of Calypso learns the danger of negotiating South Pacific reefs.
ChartView Edges MaxSea in Nav Software Matchup
Though MaxSea is very easy to use, and works with Macs, ChartView has more capabilities.
J World and Offshore Are The Top Guns Of Big Sailing Schools
Respondents to a PS survey were vocal in their criticism of both the Annapolis Sailing School and Womanship.
Offshore Log: In Use Report –Atkins & Hoyle Deck Hatches
After three years cruising, Calypsos cast aluminum deck hatches are holding up quite well, but theyre not perfect.
Offshore Log: When Dreams Change
Raiatea is one of those South Pacific islands where cruisers stop to rest. Some never get going again.
Offshore Log: In Use Report -Atkins & Hoyle Deck Hatches
After three years cruising, Calypsos cast aluminum deck hatches are holding up quite well, but theyre not perfect.
Offshore Log: An Evolution in EPIRBs
New GPS-connected EPIRBs and ACR's forthcoming Personal Locator Beacon promise to improve search and rescue operations at sea.
CATAMARAN SHOWDOWN – Outremer 52 vs Lagoon 52: It’s Not Even...
Get ready for one of the most entertaining catamaran reviews we’ve done yet. Today we’re looking at the Outremer 52, a lightweight, high-performance bluewater...
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