Ali Wood discusses the sailing safety gear she chose for their first family cruise on board their Maxi 84, and how it performed
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Slastik sunglasses: tried and tested
Ali Wood tries out a pair of Slastik sunglasses to see if the continuous strap is a help or hindrance on the water
Best heavy duty tarp? We test Yuzet tarpaulin to find out
Jake Frith discovers that many so-called ‘heavy duty’ tarps really aren’t – but this tarpaulin from Yuzet just might be
ePropulsion electric outboard – long-term test
An electric outboard motor is a very different beast to a petrol one. It’s lighter, quieter and cleaner but does have some drawbacks, such as speed, range and cost. Testing…
KWB DrillBlock handheld drilling jig: tried and tested
Sometimes just knowing what a tool is called is enough to get you out of a pickle. Jake Frith tests the KWB DrillBlock handheld drilling jig
Remote control bow and stern thrusters: reader tested
Will Renilson improves boat handling aboard his Jersey 36 and tests the Vetus remote control system and the Coastline Technology bow and stern thruster
Headsail furling: how to choose the right system
There is a huge range of headsail furling gear on the market. Rupert Holmes gives some tips for choosing the right system for your boat
Desiccant dehumidifiers from Ecor Pro are specially designed for boats
Neat and compact, Ecor Pro’s DH1200 INOX (US - EPD50 PRO) desiccant dehumidifier is built for the marine environment and designed to fit in small hulls.
Best boat torch – Luceco rechargable LED inspection torch
Lockers, bilges and engine compartments are gloomy places, but a great deal of time is spent looking inside them. Instead of poking around and straining your eyes, keep an inspection…
Luff slides and fittings: how to pick the best
There are a variety of ways to attach your mainsail luff to the mast. Which option you go for will depend on the size of your boat as well as…
Best bilge pumps: electric pumps, emergency pumps and alarms
Rupert Holmes explains how electric bilge pumps work and why performance doesn't always meet expectations
Electric winches, handles and furlers – a buyer’s guide
Maybe you want to spend more time sailing single-handed, or perhaps you’re reaching the age when winching up the mainsail by hand is starting to take the fun out of…
Which battery is best for my boat? How to increase battery capacity on board
With more and more electrical gear going on board the modern cruising yacht there comes a time when the battery bank needs expanding to cope with the rising energy demands.…
Musto sold to Helly Hansen
Norwegian technical outdoor firm, Helly Hansen has bought the British brand Musto as part of its plans to become the world's leading suppliers of sailing clothing and technical wear
Torqeedo and Hanse Yachts launch Rudder Drive
The new e-motion Rudder Drive could revolutionise the way sailing yachts are propelled.