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How-To / Buying & Selling
Must-see boats and yachts at the Palma International Boat Show 2024
Apr 19, 2024As the Mediterranean nautical season kicks in, from 25th to 28th April 2024 the international marine sector will gather in Palma de Mallorca’s Moll Vell to present the industry’s latest innovations and showcase hundreds of boats and yachts. …Read More
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How-To
Cats on Boats: The Ultimate Guide
Apr 17, 2024Cats and boats have a history almost as long as sailing itself. With our top tips for bringing a cat aboard, you and your pet can enjoy a lifetime of adventures. …Read More
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How-To / Buying & Selling
Boat finance options: How to pay for your next boat
Apr 11, 2024Boat finance can help aspiring skippers purchase vessels they couldn’t otherwise afford. This guide provides an overview of boat loan options in the UK. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
How to paint a boat
Feb 23, 2024Read our ultimate boat painting guide. Whether you have a 30ft yacht or a 20ft fishing boat, the principles are the same, Rupert Holmes shares his expertise. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Diesel engine overheating and charging repair
Feb 22, 2022We look at diagnosing diesel engine problems and how to repair two common marine diesel engine issues. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Boat propellers
Feb 15, 2022How do propellers work and how do you pick the right one? We explain the basics. …Read More
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How-To / Buying & Selling
Boat membership and fractional ownership schemes
Feb 8, 2022Whatever size of boat you'd like to own, however deep your pockets, sometimes it doesn't make sense to buy your own boat. Many people are converting to new fractional owner schemes that allow members increased flexibility and remove most of the hassle-factor of owning a boat. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Diesel engine repairs: fuel, air, starting, wiring
Feb 1, 2022Rupert Holmes looks at some of the most common causes of engine problems and how to solve them. …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Using LED lighting on your boat
Jan 25, 2022LED lights are rapidly gaining in popularity for use on board. Rupert Holmes analyses the pros and cons… …Read More
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How-To / Maintenance
Boat damage: how to handle it safely
Jan 18, 2022We look at the actions to take if your boat sustains damage - whether it's a grounding, a collision, or rig failure. …Read More