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Salus PFD Fits Infants Less Than 20 Pounds

In October 2006, Practical Sailor tested infants life jackets and our top pick was MTI Adventurewears Bay Bee 201-I, one of the few jackets...

Marine Electronics: AIS Gets Ocean Tested Near Dardanelles Strait

Its been several years since the Automatic Identification System (AIS) became a mandated way of life for the commercial side of the marine industry....

Giving Back to the Sea

In a moment of exasperation last month, I chipped in a few bucks to a charity group that promised to blow 100 vuvuzelas for...

PS Advisor: Thermal-Imaging vs. Radar

I have seen several reviews of small radars, and have seen the photos from FLIR Systems cameras. The FLIR systems are still exorbitantly expensive,...

Shedding Light on Safety

A recent ocean race-aboard a Cape Dory 25 sans lifelines in 30- to 40-knot winds and 5- to 10-foot seas-presented a good opportunity to...

Mailport: May 2010

I think the Wyliecat 30 would be a great boat review for Practical Sailor. From my perspective of having owned a number of larger...

What is the Best Backup for a 406 EPIRB?

Calling for help at sea is easier than ever before. And thats part of the problem.Rescue missions prompted by distress alerts from emergency position...

PS Advisor: Fires at Sea and Raft Stowage

I need to buy a marine offshore life raft, and I’ve been considering stowage spots. I considered a deck-mounted canister. But I’m concerned that...

New Clear, No-rust Propane Tanks

Unlike aluminum or steel tanks, the relatively new, clear composite propane tanks allow users to see how much fuel remains, a nice feature when...

Multiplexing Marine Electronics

In the last three years, Practical Sailor has looked at several ways to integrate personal computers into our navigation routine. In July 2006, we...

Island Packet 370: What You Should Know | Boat Review

Interested in buying an Island Packet 370 sailboat? Find an Island Packet for sale? Looking to sell your boat? Practical Sailor editor Tim Labute...