Drowning in sound
Scientists are claiming that the effect of noise pollution on cetaceans and other marine life is like the ‘death of a thousand cuts’. Marine biologist and wildlife expert Giovanna Fasanelli investigates … Humans are not the only animals out there
Into the fray
The 60th anniversary of the world’s most famous and toughest offshore powerboat race, Cowes–Torquay–Cowes, saw records broken, high drama and 80mph neck-and-neck racing over 200 miles. Hugo Peel, skipper of race entrant Thunderstreak, takes up the story … 1st Class 3D CPC
Round Britain – A voyage for you?
Our editor draws upon his many years of experience as a long-distance adventurer and discusses the compelling attractions of circumnavigating Britain’s unique and varied coastline. Besides revealing his number one coastal top choice, he provides essential tips and insight and
The Moelfre Lifeboat – A Hero’s Tale
Modern computer-controlled, fly-by-wire systems allow control of the boat to be transferred between crew without anyone having to leave their seats.In one way these modern boats preserve part of their ancestors’ designs, and that is the ability to operate the
Close Encounters
PBR investigates the ever-present threat of collision with foreign objects at sea - a danger particularly associated with boating in the autumn and winter. The Road to Mandelieu The author, Glen Zelen, at the helm Allow me to introduce myself.
Voyage to the Big Apple
Sergio Davì is most certainly a man who loves a challenge. In this exclusive interview with PBR, this outstanding long-distance RIB expeditionary tells of his incredible 6,500-mile, record-breaking, ‘Ice RIB’ solo voyage from Palermo in Italy to New York City
The SilverHook Story
Keeping alive the true spirit of powerboat racing … PBR relates the success story that is Nigel Hook … Sixty years ago, in May 1969, Don Aronow ‒ a millionaire New Yorker who built the first Cigarette boat under the
The Birth of Gloriana
Today, Gloriana has been in service for some seven years, and in addition to the usual servicing and repair work, she has also undergone a major change in her Motiv power system.When the drawings for Gloriana were originally produced, allowance
Retro Repower – Arctic 22 RIB
You have no doubt about the hull’s credibility as it simply runs through any chop with total indifference.The ride is unsurprisingly smooth, helped by the thick supportive seating.The Arctic is no sprightly race boat, but the punchy 2-stroke E-TEC motors
A Change of Course
Being by the water frees up our minds and helps us to be more creative. Our core belief is to help others, which we do by training them in all things nautical …Driven by the inspiration of Australia and the
The Power and the Glory
Frankly, Velocity’s mode of travel over such troubled water was in a different league to almost everything I have encountered before.The hull was slicing through the waves rather than taking them on ‒ no bangs, creaks or buffeting on the
Message in a Bottle
The author of a message in a bottle has been located some 50 years after he threw it into the Indian Ocean. Paul Gilmore, then 13, dropped the bottle into the ocean while sailing with his family on a liner
This Boating Life – Boat Bonding
The truth is, a quick powerboat is very exhilarating on a fast coastal passage in winter.I adore being out in an open-cockpit boat in the hard weather. I much prefer being on the water without the encumbrance of a pilot house,
Forty Years of Redbay
Redbay Boats will always remain a family business.… we have no plans to mass-produce boats; my preference is to build bespoke boats for a select clientele.I love my job so much because it was a hobby that turned into my
Steve Curtis MBE – Throttleman Extraordinaire
‘All the while I love racing, and marathon events in particular, why would I stop?’… caution was the watchword of the day as Steve’s deft touch was essential to prevent the engines from over-revving because of the huge seas. Mike
Sink or Swim
‘Worn correctly, a personal flotation device could save your life.’ ‘The RYA recommends that you wear a life jacket or buoyancy aid unless you are sure you don’t need to.’ ‘You should consider factors such as weather conditions, the type
Wave Theory & Terminology
Ahead of going afloat, research likely wind and wave conditions and look for tidal information. Bring all of this knowledge, together with a chart of your intended passage area, to try to predict what you may face. You will never
Leviathans of the Deep
Unlike rogue waves, tsunamis, when confronted offshore or on the open ocean, do not present a threat to vessels at sea.You may not be aware that the first scientific evidence of the existence of rogue waves wasn’t formally accepted or
On the Crest of a Wave
Know your limits. It’s not worth never seeing your loved ones again for a photograph. If in doubt, don’t go out. Shoot what you want to see, not what you think others want to see. You never lose. Ever. You either win
Powering a Legend
All these achievements … testify to the long-standing winning efforts of the Buzzi/FPT alliance …To date, FB Design and FPT Industrial have won 32 titles together, including 15 world championships and 17 international trophies … HMS recounts how FPT Industrial
Going Dutch
I tell you, if you want to see a hundred or more gorgeous steel cruisers you must come to Friesland!In 2008, the global financial crisis dealt a fatal blow to countless Dutch yards and support industries.I knew I’d overstayed my
The Great River Run -Ascending South America RIB Expedition 2018
Andy Leemann shares the remarkable story of his and his various teams’ latest extraordinary adventure, across four countries and along eight rivers, in the face of some of the many dangers nature can throw at you ‒ the Ascending South
A Mixed Affair
PBR reports on an exciting development in the world of fuel technology as Team Britannia, the UK’s contender for the round-the-world powerboat record, champions the use of Hydro Diesel. Hydro Diesel, which has been developed by Portsmouth-based Clean Fuel Ltd,
Action Man of the Cape
HMS interviews the renowned South African naturalist and adventuring environmentalist Grant Spooner, who has many a tale to tell about his voyaging through some of the fiercest seas on the planet … You’re a well-known figure in your native South
Speed King
Peter Dredge has won two world and three European championships and has broken 21 world speed and endurance records, 15 of which still stand. In this exclusive interview with PBR, Peter reveals the facts behind his Vector Team’s most recent
