HMS asks international maritime expert, Russell Kerslake, to explain first-hand his professional and unbiased opinion on such matters as boat choice, kit selection and advance planning. Among other professional roles, I have been involved with several team training tasks for

Paul and Karen Williams tell us about their experiences of getting into boating – the buying process, taking delivery of their Bayliner VR6, their initial exploits and the lessons learned. I (Paul) have always had an interest in, and passion

In this special PBR feature, HMS looks at the matter of ‘man overboard’ from a different perspective and gain the expert contribution of one of the RNLI’s senior trainers. Taking emergency action and undertaking a successful search for a person

When it comes to venturing offshore and the world of endurance boating, few have more experience than Mike and Dave Deacon aboard their famous Hot Lemon Scorpion RIBs. Who better, then, to give their top tips for successful offshore voyaging?

PBR correspondent Malcolm Thomas, a professional charter boat skipper himself, provides valuable guidance and insight for would-be skippers, owners and guests on the benefits and attractions associated with motorboat charter.   Flavian DSouza, an elected master of the most

Peter and Debbie Dennis talk to Alex Whittaker about boating life with their new Finnmaster … Peter Dennis has been boating since he was a child. His father was into boats, and Peter caught the bug. Peter owned a variety

The Lamb family tell Alex Whittaker why they chose their boat and how they use ’Stress Pancake’ Alex, Clare and young Hudson Lamb are definitely a modern outdoor adventure family. They are always blasting about on powerboats and exploring remote

Should we keep our boat in the water through winter and spend time on her?  Alex Whittaker thinks we should to enjoy even more time afloat Alex Whittaker says enjoy your boat and keep her in the water all winter

Can a portable power bank provide leisure power for a whole weekend? Alex Whittaker trials the Anker 400 and discovers just how effective it is … iPad Pro, VHFs, cameras, drone, iPhone and power banks charged by the Anker.

PBR reader Peter Hiscock describes what led him to undertake a summer COVID ‘bounce back’ voyage armed with a recently acquired Powerboat Level 2 and an eagerness to taste salt on his lips. Setting off with his trusty three-man crew

Alex Whittaker offers some simple practical advice to those new to powerboating. Buying and insuring your new boat and getting her onto the water is all well and good. Operating her safely and efficiently introduces a whole new set of

Not a lot of time? Alex Whittaker explores the advantages of day cruising... Always bear in mind that two boats are better than one, and it is always better, safer and more fun to cruise in company. Like many others, we

Owning a boat for the first time can be both an exhilarating and challenging experience. Julian Boardman recounts some of the highs and lows he shared with his wife Chrissy as they dipped their toes in the waters of the