Boat Maintenance Tips to Help Keep You Afloat
… with some regular checks and ongoing TLC, not only will you ensure a pleasurable time out on the water,…
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… with some regular checks and ongoing TLC, not only will you ensure a pleasurable time out on the water,…

As with anything, a bit of planning goes a long way. … the best rescue is the one you never…


Paul Glatzel explains what trim means, why it matters, and how correct boat trimming can improve comfort, handling, safety and…

Propeller performance is very much dependent on the propeller shaft RPM at which it operates. There is an optimal propeller…

The tunnel hull design is able to maximise the use of aerodynamic lift and can turn this into a performance…

Even though we don’t have a large choice of what gear ratio our lower unit has, knowing how the gear…

If you’ve kept communication open with the inside boat, there should be no surprises when they want to head off.…

Going if you are unsure too often leads to mistakes. … train yourself by looking at forecasts even when you…

… the key is practice, so get out there in low wind conditions and go in and out of plenty…
The RYA’s Loretta Spridgeon explains the principles of salvage law and the implications for boaters … Salvage is a voluntary…
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