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The fibreglass boat antifouling process is no different to the process of antifouling a boat with an aluminium or steel hull. The only variable is the antifouling that you use, as different products a … Read Full Article

As sailors ourselves, we understand how paramount having the best possible safety equipment is. This safety equipment starts with the most important bit of personal equipment of them all, a life jacke … Read Full Article

Inflatable dinghies are one of our most popular range of products. So whether you’re looking for an inexpensive way to get out onto the water, after a new inflatable tender for your yacht, or anything … Read Full Article

Rope comes in thousands of different fibres, sizes and colours, so you can be forgiven for being stuck for choice, which is why we’ve created this handy little guide that breaks down each rope fibre. … Read Full Article

With the nation on lockdown and only one form of public exercise permitted per day, some gorgeous Spring weather provided the perfect opportunity to put Seago’s Go City Lite Electric Folding Bike thro … Read Full Article

When retrieving your anchor, the use of a windlass can make things a whole lot easier. A windlass is a mechanical device that holds onto the chain or rope to pull the anchor out of the water, depositi … Read Full Article

WavEco’s fantastic new inflatable dinghy has just landed in-store, so we thought we’d taken a closer look at it!Size:At 230 centimetres long and 140 centimetres wide, there’s space for three people on … Read Full Article

The purpose of a boat anode is to protect underwater metals from galvanic corrosion that occurs when two dissimilar metals are immersed in a conductive solution and are electrically connected. The mos … Read Full Article

What should I get my Mother for Mothers Day? A question currently on the lips of thousands. If you need some inspiration, you've come to the right place. Our marketing team have quizzed the mothe … Read Full Article

Pirates Cave, Kent’s largest Chandlery, is pleased to announce it has acquired the brand Mailspeed Marine from Friday Media Group. Included in the acquisition is the website, mailspeedmarine.com, whic … Read Full Article

Our final deal day of 2019 takes place on Thursday 5th December from 9am to 9pm.We’ll have representatives from over fifteen of the industry’s biggest brands all in-store, offering fantastic deals and … Read Full Article

Cortex is the worlds first VHF radio with high speed SOTDMA transponder technology that makes your boat more visible to others. It’s also the worlds most advanced VHF with multi-station wireless touch … Read Full Article

Maidstone River Festival is back this Saturday after a break of a few years and we at Pirates Cave are proud to be sponsoring this fantastic event.First established back in 1980, the River Festival is … Read Full Article

Seago’s latest paddle board is the perfect way to get into paddle boarding, a fantastic form of exercise that can provide hours of fun for all of the family. They have hundreds of uses, even includ … Read Full Article

For the ninth year running, Pirates Cave are once again proud to be the lead sponsor of this year’s Medway Yacht Club Regatta incorporating the International Dragon Classic Championship and The Medway … Read Full Article

In 2011 a sailor was dragged face down in the water next to his vessel after falling overboard whilst tethered to his boat. Despite the upmost efforts by his crew, he sadly lost his life. This tr … Read Full Article

We are looking for knowledgeable, reliable and energetic individuals to join our crew on weekends. Although not essential, the successful candidate would have boating experience and able to offer adv … Read Full Article

Don't forget, there are still more exclusive offers and fantastic deals to be announced in-store on the day, so make sure you do not miss our first event of 2019! … Read Full Article

In 2017 Spinlock were asked to create a life jacket for one of the toughest races in the world, the Volvo Ocean Race. A premier offshore sailing race that takes place over around 45,000 nautical … Read Full Article

Our Christmas Deal Day is under 48 hours away! Here are all the fantastic deals that will be available on the day. Don't forget, there are still more exclusive offers to be announced in-store on … Read Full Article

Throughout December we have the lowest prices on antifouling from leading brands including Hempel, International, Precision and Seajet.PLUS! Purchase two or more tins of 2.5L+ Antifoul … Read Full Article

Our final event of 2018 takes place on Friday 7th December from 9am to 7pm! This is our biggest event yet, with representatives from over fifteen of the industry’s biggest brands all in-store, offeri … Read Full Article

Antifouling your boat is one of the most important maintenance jobs. It will increase the life span of your boat and can even reduce fuel consumption by up to 5%. Here’s how to apply antifouling … Read Full Article

Introduction -Seago’s ePower Bike is now back in stock at Pirates Cave Chandlery! New for 2018, the bike features new front shock absorbers andchange in the frame at the rear.ComfortSeago’s 2018 ePowe … Read Full Article