Sailing on sunshine: how to get the most out of your solar panels; Latest advice on installing lithium batteries that every boat owner should read;…
Practical Boat Owner
December 2025 issue – out on 23 October
From steering to rigging (and all the things we forget!) – the essential checks for the prepared skipper; Displacement theory and how it affects the…
Round Britain and Ireland Challenge 2011 underway
Sailing from South Coast sunshine to Irish fog
Dave Selby Podcast ‘Mad About the Boat’ May 2011
Dave Selby Podcast 'Mad About the Boat' May 2011
Back in the water tip # 5 – depth check
Before it becomes embarassing...
Jeremy Rogers honoured with prestigious award
Legendary Lymington boatbuilder fêted by Ocean Cruising Club
Back in the water tip # 4 – log calibration
Do it now while the bottom's clean!
The King & Queen Pursuit Race – this Sat
Fun on the Hamble for worthy cause
PBO Green Awards 2011
Don't hide your company's green light under a bushel
PBO Green Awards 2011 – enter by June 30
Don't hide your company's green light under a bushel. Deadline extended – enter now!
Back in the water tip # 3 – tools
Got a spare half hour?
French fisherman killed in collision with Condor ferry
Eyewitness tells PBO of fog confusion
Back in the water tip # 2 – lockers
It's time to remove the 28 identical jars of jam from your bilges
MP’s husband dies at sea
Fishing accident as wife defends Coastguards in Parliament
Poole Used Boat Show – on now!
A weekend of boats on the sunny South Coast
Back in the water tip # 1 – split pins
No snags!
PBO on your phone!
New site brings you PBO on the go
Young dinghy sailors offered financial support
Sponsorship available for training costs
Pirate hostage family alive
Captured yacht crew seen by Danish reporter
How to complete your Census on a boat
Government issues advice to water dwellers
Choosing the right roller for antifouling
Don't persevere with an inappropriate roller!
Coastguard consultation period extended
Deadline extended by six weeks - get your voice heard!