Harken’s Carbo Ratchet Blocks
Made from fiber-reinforced plastic, these blocks are stronger and lighter than their predecesors, but a little more costly as well.
Reefing Preferences from the Pros
We surveyed a cadre of experienced delivery skippers from around North America to find out what systems and gear they favor for reefing mainsails, and to find out what they don't like, and why.
Discount Options for Sails
We web-surfed our way to some real bargains on working sails. It takes time, persistence, and a little self-education, but there are good deals out there.
Seldén’s In-Mast Furling System
There's not much new about in-mast furling, except for those spars that now accommodate sails with full-length vertical battens.
Seldén’s In-Mast Furling System
There's not much new about in-mast furling, except for those spars that now accommodate sails with full-length vertical battens.
Schaefer’s Universal Deck Mount
Deck plate ... $76Cleat ... $115Screw eye ... $20Standup block ... $142When offered through West Marine or Defender, as the components no doubt will...
Chainplates Revisited
Chainplate failures aren't common, but when one occurred on a new boat during its inaugural sail—with our reviewer aboard—we knew it was time to investigate.
Mainsail Track Hardware
The systems used to attach a mainsail to its mast have come a long way, and the variety of options now available plays to the advantage of the consumer.
The ClamSeal
Typically, you repair torn or punctured inflatable boats with a glued patch, but the folks at Barton Marine in the U.K. have introduced a...
PS Advisor: 12/04
Leaving Your Mast Stepped?Every year when I go to haul my boat I face a certain dilemma. Should I keep my mast in place,...
Performance Sailing – Beneteau First 44 Review
The Beneteau First 44 Performance is not just another modern cruiser. In this Practical Sailor boat tour, we take a close look at the...
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