For many in the boating community, boat solar panels represent something of a holy grail. They are, after all, the gift that keeps on giving, aren’t they? Free power forever,…
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Best boat GPS: 6 handheld options for navigation at sea
‘Lost at Sea’ might be a great name for a video game, but in real life the prospect of losing one’s bearings on the ocean can be pretty scary indeed.…
Best boat fenders: 7 of the best options for protecting your topsides
If ever there was an unsung hero in the world of boating, it surely has to be the humble fender. Ubiquitous and largely maintenance-free, fenders dangle fearlessly in the face…
Best drones for sailing: Take your boating videos to the next level
It’s no understatement to say that drones have changed the moving image landscape in a more dramatic way than any other product since the video camera was invented more than…
Best marine speakers: From portable waterproof speakers to high end systems
When planning to fit speakers they need to be located at a safe distance from compasses and from any sensitive on board electronics. A distance of at least 1.1m (3ft…
Best waterproof boat shoes: 8 of the best options to keep your feet warm and dry
We’re not suggesting for a moment that boating in the wet will result in trench foot, but anyone who’s been on the receiving end of a good soaking at sea…
Best boat cover: 6 of the best options for protecting your cockpit
Every marina has one – that sad and sorry looking, covered-in-algae-and-seagull-poo boat tied up forlornly at the end of the pontoon. It doesn’t necessarily mean the vessel is unloved, but…
Best kids lifejackets and buoyancy aids for keeping your children safe
But happily even the most irresponsible grown-up always seems to insist on any kids in their charge being fitted with a personal floatation device of one kind or another. And…
Best US and UK Prime Day 2021 deals for sailors
Prime Day can be thought of as another Black Friday. It’s a 48-hour flash sale from Amazon, where, for two days only, consumers can grab a whole host of bargains.…
Prime Day Helly Hansen deals: Our pick of the best boating gear bargains
This Amazon Prime Day, Norwegian sailing apparel brand Helly Hansen has gone all-in with hundreds of items reduced by up to 69%, from waterproof sailing jackets and buoyancy aids to…
Prime Day deals on boat shoes: Big savings on Sperry, Sebago and more
If you ask us, you can never have too many pairs of boat shoes, and Amazon Prime Day is a perfect excuse to treat yourself to a brand new pair…
Motor boats for beginners: Everything you need to know
Looking to get into motor boats? Discover the options available that’ll see you out on the water in no time
Best anchors: 8 new generation designs suitable for every type of boat
Good ground tackle opens up the option to stay overnight in stunning bays and creeks, away from costly marinas and expensive harbour moorings. A decent anchor is also an essential…
Arthur Beale: Iconic London chandler closes shop
After 150 years at their Shaftesbury Avenue, London location much-loved chandlers, Arthur Beale will be closing their doors at the end of June 2021. The shop has been around for…
Best hull cleaners buying guide: how to add sparkle above and below the water
It’s no secret, of course, that maintaining a beautifully clean hull is the result of both regular work and use of the right hull cleaners. Yet it’s all too easy…
Best boating apps: 9 essential downloads for iPhone and Android
It’s now physically possible and affordable to carry detailed charts of almost the whole globe in your pocket thanks to the dizzying array of boating apps out there. There’s no…
Is now the time for a more environmentally sensitive antifoul?
Known as VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), solvents are essential to the application and curing of traditional antifoul paints, many of which contain up to 45% VOCs. These solvents pose a…
Prince Philip in Pictures: The best moments of his maritime life
The Duke of Edinburgh has finished his last solo official engagement. YBW looks back at some of Prince Philip's most memorable maritime moments
Icom IC-M94DE: The world’s first handheld marine radio with a built-in AIS receiver
The IC-M94DE is the first handheld marine radio that offers users receive information broadcast by other AIS-equipped vessels. The IC-M94DE provides vessel traffic information shown on the radios large clear…
Gill Deckhand and Championship review: Minimalist sailing gloves tested
Similarities include short cuffs that don’t interfere with a sailing watch and a snug fit. Their slightly contoured shape also aids comfort and freedom of movement. The Gill Championship benefits…