Sam Fortescue examines how renewable energy afloat is benefitting from technical developments in other sectors
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Best sailing waterproofs: 7 lightweight options for summer sailing
Decent, dry and warm waterproofs are the staple of most sailor's kit bag, even in the summer. We look at seven new products to hit the market
Tested: LED searchlights for sailors
We test the TeamO Marine Emergency Torch and compare it to other LED searchlights on the market
Tested: B&G Vulcan 7 Network
We test the integrated navigation system - the pure sailing B&G Vulcan 7 and networked instruments to see if it represents value for money
How to get the latest boat electronics – on a budget
Keeping up to date with the latest navigation technology can be prohibitive. Mike Reynolds shares how to get the latest electronics for your boat for a fraction of the cost
Tested: Red Paddle Voyager 12’6″ paddleboard
We spend a season testing the Red Paddle Voyager 12'6" paddleboard to find out how practical it is as an alternative tender, and look at other paddleboards on the market
Would you switch to electric propulsion?
Would you make the switch? We ask two sailors who have looked at how the real-world numbers stack up on electric propulsion but have reached different conclusions
How to antifoul your boat: a step by step guide
No one likes to antifoul their yacht, but keeping a boat free of the harmful growth is vital. Adam Fiander shares how to get it right
Tested: Bluetooth marine stereo: Fusion RA210
We test the Fusion RA210 bluetooth marine stereo to see if it can stand up to life afloat and how it compares to other audio options
Rope, rigging & deck gear: how to choose the right rope
Rope continues to develop every year. We take a look at the plethora of options on the market