Dehumidifying a Boat in Winter: The Systems Compared
Damp below deck over winter is not caused by rain getting in. It is caused by moisture that is already inside the boat condensing on cold surfaces faster than it can escape, and the fix is almost a...
Laying Up Ashore or Afloat: Pros and Cons Compared
Laying up ashore gives you a dry hull, easy access to the underwater fittings and no risk of sinking at the mooring, but it costs more, exposes the deck to frost, and puts the boat where you cannot...
Winch Covers for Winter: Why and When to Fit Them
A winch cover protects the most expensive moving part on your deck from the three things that destroy it slowly and invisibly: ultraviolet light, salt crystals, and the moisture that condenses insi...
End-of-season and winter lay-up checklist
End-of-season lay-up comes down to five jobs: winterise the engine, protect the deck and gear, unbend and dry the sails, ventilate and de-humidify the interior, and inspect the hull, safety equipme...
How to Prevent Mold on Boat Cushions
Why Mold Loves Boat Cushions (And Why You Should Care) If you own a sailboat, you know how quickly the marine environment can turn your cozy cockpit cushions into a musty mess. Moisture, poor venti...
How to Winterize a Sailing Boat Motor: Complete Guide for Sailors
As the sailing season draws to a close and temperatures begin to drop, protecting your boat’s engine from the harsh effects of winter becomes a top priority. A poorly prepared motor can suffer corr...
Summer Sale · August 15 → 31
Summer Sale.
Summer Sale prices across the whole catalogue. Discount already applied, no code to enter. On September 1 everything goes back to list price, automatically.