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Best Electric Outboard Motor

30th Jun 2023

In recent years, the world has witnessed a significant shift towards sustainable technologies in various industries. One such field that has embraced this change is boating, with the emergence of elec … Read Full Article

Life Jackets v Buoyancy Aids - What's the difference?

22nd Jun 2023

Life jackets and buoyancy aids are both designed to serve the same purpose - keep the wearer afloat, but that is where the similarities end. They're two very different pieces of safety equipment that … Read Full Article

Are Self Inflating Life Jackets Reusable?

20th Jun 2023

All life jackets are designed to be reusable. Life jackets use a carbon dioxide (CO2) canister to inflate when activated, and after inflation, the CO2 canister can be replaced using a re-arming kit an … Read Full Article

Do I Need A Life Jacket Or Buoyancy Aid For Kayaking?

10th May 2023

Kayaking is a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Kayaking not only benefits your physical health, but also your mental health too as spending time in nature has been shown to have numero … Read Full Article

Best Life Jackets

4th May 2023

With so much choice and a wealth of information available, choosing the right life jacket for your requirements can be a tricky task. In this blog post, we'll look at the best life jackets for 2024 - … Read Full Article

What Life Jacket Buoyancy Do I Need?

2nd May 2023

Life jackets are an essential piece of safety equipment for anyone participating in water activities such as boating, fishing, or watersports. They are designed to keep the wearer afloat in case of an … Read Full Article

Best Dog Life Jackets

30th Apr 2023

Dog life jackets are a type of personal flotation device designed to keep dogs safe while they're in or around water. Just like human life jackets, dog life jackets come in different sizes and buoyanc … Read Full Article

Choosing The Right Life Jacket: Automatic v Manual

29th Apr 2023

Life jackets are essential safety equipment for anyone venturing out on the water. Whether you are a professional sailor, a recreational kayaker, or a casual sailor, a life jacket can potentially be t … Read Full Article

What Size Life Jacket Do I Need?

28th Apr 2023

When purchasing a new life jacket one of the most important considerations is the size, as this will not only affect the comfort, but can also affect your safety as it may ride-up on your body and not … Read Full Article

Paddle Board Life Jacket Buyers Guide

27th Apr 2023

Paddle boarding is a fun and exciting way to enjoy the great outdoors, but safety should always be a top priority. One of the most important safety measures for paddle boarding is wearing a floatation … Read Full Article

What is the Best Handheld VHF Marine Radio?

4th Apr 2023

Choosing which handheld marine VHF radio is the best for you can be a tricky task, especially with so many options and a wealth of information available nowadays. In this blog post, we’ll look a … Read Full Article

Are Electric Outboards Any Good?

25th Mar 2023

Even at the time of writing this blog post in 2022, electric outboard motors are still a relatively new innovation, similar to the electric car. Just like their four-wheeled counterparts, electric eng … Read Full Article

Bilge Pump Selection Guide

20th Jan 2023

We’re asked lots of questions about our selection of bilge pumps, from brands including Attwood, Rule and Johnson, both in our Rochester based store and online - and with so many brands and mode … Read Full Article

Additional Chandlery Shop Opening 2023!

22nd Dec 2022

We're delighted to announce that our additional Gillingham Marina store will be opening on Tuesday 14th February at 10am!Our initial “soft” opening hours will be 10am-4pm from Tuesday-Thursday, althou … Read Full Article

STORE CLOSURE: Monday 19th September

14th Sep 2022

Out of respect, and in order to allow our team to pay their respects to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, our Rochester store will be closed on Monday 19th September. Normal operating hours will resume … Read Full Article

Summer Deal Day: Saturday 2nd July | 9am - 5pm

22nd Jun 2022

We're delighted to announce that for the first time in almost three years, we'll be hosting a deal day at our Rochester store. On Saturday 2nd July from 9am-5pm we'll be joined by a whole host of … Read Full Article

Spinlock Deckvest Life Jacket Guide

16th Jun 2022

Since their original launch, Spinlock’s Deckvest life jackets have become one of the leading and most trusted life jacket lines on the market, picking up a Queen's Award Award for innovation in … Read Full Article

How Much Boat Antifoul Do You Need?

27th Mar 2022

Antifouling your hull is an essential yearly boat maintenance task that can lead to a costly repair bill if not carried out correctly. In this blog post, we’ll be looking at how much antifoul yo … Read Full Article

WE'RE HIRING! Online Dispatch Operative (Full or Part Time)

22nd Mar 2022

Hours: Monday to Friday (08:30 to 16:30) - hours to be agreed with successful candidate.Salary: £9.50 per hour.Travel: The closest train station is Strood with limited bus services around the business … Read Full Article

Team Changes At Pirates Cave

17th Mar 2022

We're delighted to welcome David O'Halloran to our team, as General Manager. David joins us with a wealth of experience, having previously managed a local chandlery, and will be responsible for the da … Read Full Article

How Much Does it Cost to Antifoul a Boat?

11th Mar 2022

Antifouling is one of the most important tasks of the boat maintenance cycle - as without it, barnacles, algae, slime and various other organisms may attach to your hull. This will result in performan … Read Full Article

What are the Best Inflatable Dinghy Boats for 2026?

11th Feb 2022

The nights are slowly drawing out, and the temperature is gradually rising, which has us dreaming of summer! If you’re looking to purchase an inflatable dinghy ahead of summer, you’ve come … Read Full Article

Pirates Cave To Exhibit At BoatLife Live

26th Jan 2022

We're delighted to announce that we will be attending the inaugural BoatLife Live event at the NEC Birmingham from Thursday 17th - Sunday 20th February 2022, exhibiting on Stand G40! An array of … Read Full Article

What are the best boat anodes for saltwater use?

14th Jan 2022

Boat anodes are one of the most important components of your boat maintenance schedule, as they protect essential parts of your vessel from corroding by sacrificing themselves – hence the team sacrifi … Read Full Article

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