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Dragonfly 32: Shred, Travel, and Rest

Dragonfly 32: Shred, Travel, and Rest

May 20th 2013
The Danish Quorning yard has introduced a new trimaran. It promises to be faster, safer, and more comfortable than its successful predecessors. (more)

How Come My Stainless Steel is Stained and Rotting Away?

How Come My Stainless Steel is Stained and Rotting Away?

May 18th 2013
The grade of stainless steel used for some fasteners still needs watching and regular freshwater rinsing. (more)

Water In Your Marine Fuel Tank: How to Tell

Water In Your Marine Fuel Tank: How to Tell

April 29th 2013
Ethanol problems combined with normal condensation -- and sometimes a bad load of fuel -- mean that your boat needs good water separators in place. ...(more)

Hanse 345: Finding the Way

Hanse 345: Finding the Way

April 28th 2013
The German builder transfers the looks and details of the larger models to the Hanse 345. Performance, choices, and layout are convincing. (more)

High-Performance Powerboats: Turbochargers vs. Superchargers

High-Performance Powerboats: Turbochargers vs. Superchargers

April 22nd 2013
Boosting power can happen at either end of a marine engine. (more)

Fast Company: Catamaran or V-Bottom?

Fast Company: Catamaran or V-Bottom?

April 18th 2013
Which hull type rules the go-fast powerboat roost? It’s all a matter of priorities. (more)

Shock Hazard Protection for Shore Power Systems

Shock Hazard Protection for Shore Power Systems

April 8th 2013
A simple home-made Plexiglas barrier will increase safety when working on the back side of a panel board. Wood can work, too. (more)

Bavaria Cruiser 33: Heavy-Air Test, Flying Colors

Bavaria Cruiser 33: Heavy-Air Test, Flying Colors

April 1st 2013
Fresh appearance, better performance, more comfort: Bavaria Yachtbau is setting the bar high with this new entry-level model. (more)

Sealing Wood End-Grain to Prevent Delamination

Sealing Wood End-Grain to Prevent Delamination

April 1st 2013
It is definitely worth taking the time to seal the end grain of any plywood on your boat. Boatbuilders should all do it, but many ...(more)

What Makes a Good Battery Hold-Down for a Boat?

What Makes a Good Battery Hold-Down for a Boat?

March 25th 2013
Stainless hold-downs can work in the right installation, but non-conductive materials like fiberglass or nylon strap are preferred. (more)