Handheld VHF radios comes in all levels of specifications and a few now offer DSC and GPS features including the Distress Alert ‘red button’ and direct MMSI calling. One Handhled…
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Marine tech and safety
Best Liferaft for sailboats – offshore ISO9650-1 models
We hope to never use some of the safety gear we have onboard, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t make some informed choices. I’ve picked out some of the best…
Remigo One Electric Outboard Review
Remigo One Designed from the outset to break away from all traditional outboard motor styles, the Remigo One looks very much like a rudder. The battery is encapsulated within the…
Best life vests for paddleboards, kayaks and dinghies – 50N buoyancy
Paddling, kayaking and dinghy sailing are fabulous ways to get out on the water even on a really tight budget. But, no matter how good you are at swimming, a…
Best Boat Safety Equipment – Essential marine safety gear
Getting started in boating you’ll be advised by anyone with an opinion that you should get the best boat safety equipment. The list can be mind boggling. I do double…
Best boat hook for catching a mooring buoy
What’s the best boat hook? Well that depends. There’s never just one is there… I don’t know about you, but I have a love hate relationship with my current boat…
Gerber Dual Force multitool review
Best on test for powering through tough jobs Gerber Dual Force This multitool has four swivel out tools: a sharp smooth blade, a wood saw blade, a double sided file…
Revolve stowable boat hook – tested & reviewed
The Revolve stowable boat hook on test I was very happy to test the innovative Revolve stowable boat hook because I don’t know about you, but I have a love…
Best dog lifejacket and cat buoyancy aids
How to keep your pet safe on and around the water? A dog lifejacket or buoyancy aid is an essential bit of kit for our favourite furry sidekicks. We're all…
Best cordless power tools for boats
Best Cordless Power Tools for boats – and nifty accessories Sooner or later, no matter how competent or incompetent you think you are with a power tool, you’re going to…