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Contents: October 2006 issue

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THIS MONTH IN PBO
Waiting for the tide with the editor, Logbook - this month's news and views featuring news from the Jester challenge, Lively Lady's circumnavigation and the growing out-of-date flares crisis. James Stevens and Andrew Simpson, Readers' letters including this month views on LED nav lights and the two-stroke ban. Columns from Dave Selby, and acclaimed author Sam Llewellyn; New boats, Cruising notes, Better boat handling, Learning from experience, Ask the experts and Boat Owner's Sketchbook with Dick Everitt. Read Practical projects this month for clever ideas on restoring a wooden dinghy and making fenders that resist seagull attack. New gear, Chart corrections and Bosun's bag - maritime mischief with Jake Kavanagh.

Three Peaks Race
This annual race across sea and up mountain is a test of endurance for both man and yacht

AIS – inside the new Class B
Does Class B AIS guarantee total visibility?

New Bavaria 37
With no shortage of space below decks, David Harding tests the newest model from the production boat powerhouse

Blue chip boats
The final instalment of Andrew Simpson’s guide to quality second-hand boats – up to 16.2m (53ft)

Better boat handling
PBO’s illustrated guide to springing off a pontoon in all conditions

Southampton Boat Show 2006
Introducing more new boats and gear on display at the Southampton Boat Show

On test: 6 chart plotters
PBO tests six plotters costing less than £500 to help you get the best value for money

A gas-free galley
Is the gas bottle on the way out? Colin Jones might just find room to keep his

Learning from experience
Caught out in a Force 10 on an unfamiliar boat – and surviving to tell the tale

Razor clams for tea
At low spring tide, forage along the waterline for delicious seafood treats

Cruising Northern Ireland
There’s never been a better time to sample the uncrowded loughs and harbours in County Antrim and Derry

The rivers Orwell and Stour
A local knowledge guide to these two popular and picturesque East Coast rivers

Practical projects
Gull-proof tender fenders and other great ideas from PBO readers

Practical projects
Restoring a mirror dinghy at home

Red diesel goes to appeal
Red diesel could yet be saved – Jake Kavanagh has the latest news

25 years of the Shrimper
David Harding reports on the hugely popular Cornish Shrimper festival this summer

Cruising north-west Spain
Heading for the sun – one cruising couple pass a happy month in the remote Spanish rias while on their way to the Mediterranean

DIY plastic teak decks – part 3
A complete step-by-step guide to making and fitting non-slip panels, plus tips from the trade



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