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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…
Best marine grills: 6 ways to expand your onboard culinary options
Marine grills are neither a bare necessity nor a frivolous luxury, yet they are one appliance that every boat owner should consider installing. A rail-mounted or portable grill might not…
Magma Original Marine Kettle gas grill
The Magma Original Marine Kettle gas grill is ubiquitous among boaters who want to bring the convenience of a home barbecue aboard practically any vessel. Manufactured in the USA of…
Kuuma Stow N’ Go 160 marine grill
The Kuuma Stow N’ Go 160 is a portable, propane-powered marine grill well suited to life at sea. Constructed of lightweight 304 stainless steel to resist corrosion, this unit features…
Kuuma Stow N’ Go Elite 216 marine grill
I spent much of summer 2023 testing several of the best marine grills from leading manufacturers. My favorite among them was the Kuuma Stow N’ Go 216 Elite with electric…
Chatham Alcyone II deck shoes review
I’ve always hankered after a pair of Chathams. The family-run company has made country and marine footwear in Britain for over 30 years, and has earned a reputation as the…
Helly Hansen Ahiga V4 HP Sneakers review
These deck sneakers, or aqua-trainers as Helly Hansen like to call them, are pitched by the Norwegian brand as a versatile boat shoe that can be worn during a whole…
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…