Yes, all boats should carry safety gear, but larger boats such as a pleasure craft over 14 metres long must carry particular life-saving and fire equipment at all times. Lifejackets – Everyone on board must have a life jacket. Whoever is in charge of the boat has the responsibility of making sure the lifejackets fit…
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What To Name Your Boat
A boat’s name is essentially a unique registration but the advantage is that you get the opportunity to name the boat yourself, especially if you have it from new, while changing your boat’s name is easy too. Deciding on a name can be hard but ideally it should match the personality of your boat and…
Painting A Boat Hull
We won’t lie and say it’s not a bit of a chore painting a boat hull, but it is important if you want it to last and remain in decent condition. Remember to make sure your hull is nice and clean before you start paining whilst occasionally it will be important to completely strip the…
Choosing a Boat Marina Suited to Your Needs
A marina is essentially the home of your boat; the place it’s remains for the majority of the year, which is why choosing a marina is an extremely important decision. There are various aspects that should be considered, such as its location and faculties. A high quality marina will have gas and electricity, toilet blocks,…
Why Every Sailing Boat should have a Chartplotter
If you’re an avid sailor then you’ve probably heard of a chartplotter and know its benefits. It can essentially be seen as a boat sat nav; giving you a detailed charting location on a complex course. If you’re taking your boat down the coastline, then you’re going to be unaware of the hidden islands, especially…