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13th Nov 2026
How to Winterise a Boat Battery: Lead-Acid, AGM, Gel and Lithium Storage Guide
To winterise a boat battery correctly, first identify its chemistry and the manufacturer’s storage…
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6th Nov 2026
How to Prevent Diesel Bug in Boat Fuel Tanks During Winter Lay-Up
Preventing diesel bug begins with water control, clean fuel, sound tank housekeeping, inspection an…
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3rd Nov 2026
What Size Outboard Motor Do I Need for an Inflatable Dinghy? HP, Weight and Shaft Length Explained
The correct outboard for an inflatable dinghy is the most powerful and practical motor that remains…
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28th Oct 2026
The Ultimate Boat Winterisation Guide
Boat winterisation protects more than the engine. Water trapped in a shower mixer can split a fittin…
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23rd Oct 2026
PLB vs EPIRB vs AIS MOB: Which Emergency Beacon Should You Carry?
A PLB and an EPIRB send a 406MHz distress alert through the international Cospas-Sarsat satellite s…
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16th Oct 2026
What Size Anchor Chain and Rope Do I Need? A Complete Ground-Tackle Sizing Guide
Anchor chain and rope must be sized for the fully loaded boat, expected wind and sea conditions, an…
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9th Oct 2026
What Size Mooring Rope Do I Need? Diameter, Length, Material and Spring-Line Guide
The correct mooring rope is selected by more than boat length. Displacement, windage, berth exposur…
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2nd Oct 2026
How to Winterise a Boat Freshwater System: Tanks, Pumps, Calorifiers and Toilets
To winterise a boat freshwater system, turn off heat and power safely, drain the tank and calorifie…
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25th Sep 2026
Can You Paint New Antifoul Over Old Antifoul? Compatibility, Priming and Preparation
You can often apply new antifouling over an existing coating, but only when the old antifoul is sou…
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18th Sep 2026
Electric vs Petrol Outboard for a Dinghy: Range, Weight, Cost and Real-World Use
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