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Marine anodes truly are the unsung heroes of successful boat maintenance. These plain metal ingots are usually hidden from view and are unlikely to attract much attention. However, anodes perform a crucial role: protecting boats against galvanic corrosion. In this guide to boat anodes, we’ll explore how they work and how boat owners can use them effectively. Oxidation Poses a...

Spring is in the air (it officially begins on 20 March) and Britain’s boat owners are looking forward to sunny, bright and breezy sailing conditions. Before you head out onto the water, it’s worth doing some spring cleaning and light maintenance. After all, you want your boat to look – and perform – its best. Let’s throw off that boat...

While some superyachts boast custom-built libraries, space is at a premium for most boat. You only want to keep books on board that you’ll refer to time and again. With that in mind, here are five marine-themed must-reads. No matter what your level of experience, you’re likely to find these books for UK boat owners indispensable. RYA Sail & Power...

Perhaps you’re a new boat owner kitting out your craft for the first time or have been sailing for years and wish to update your marine equipment. Whatever situation you’re in, safety is paramount. You’ll want to avoid setting sail without vital, potentially life-saving supplies. With that in mind, we’ve created the following guide to the essential safety equipment and...

Portable, versatile and convenient, inflatable dinghies can be invaluable for boat owners. Their primary purpose is to act as tenders, carrying people, luggage, marine supplies, etc. between larger vessels and the shore, rather like a waterborne taxi service! In addition, you can use inflatable dinghies for recreation. For example, they’re great for fishing, day trips and picnics on the beach...

You’ve had a great summer on the water, perhaps you’ve been enjoying some watersports with the family on your RIB or maybe you’ve been racing at world famous events such as Cowes Week and Round the Island, but the time has come to take your boat out of the winter for the season. So what now? It’s time to antifoul...

Despite any year-round events or winter sailing competitions, the colder months are typically the time for yacht owners to prepare their vessels for the season ahead. With a list of chores as long as your mast, where do you begin when the time comes to freshen up your yacht? In our latest blog, we tell you how to prepare your...

We’ve all heard the saying, a boat is like a hole in the water into which you pour money! For many boat owners, this experience is caused by unforeseen expenses and costly repairs, which are often the result of poor boat maintenance and are completely preventable. Let’s face it, if you are lucky enough to own your boat, you’ve probably...

With the variety of sailing rope materials and manufacturers available, it can be bewildering to know what to go for. Dyneema can often be thought of as the expensive choice for racers, but it certainly has its place on dinghies and yachts well beyond that. So, just what is it that makes it so sought after by those who want...

Boat cleaning is not something all of us enjoy, with many of us opting to outsource this task, but it’s essential for maintaining our vessels and keeping them in the best condition during the sailing season. It’s also nice to just keep your boat looking its best at all times. We have put together a great boat cleaning checklist so...