Looking to get into motor boats? Discover the options available that’ll see you out on the water in no time
YBW
Best anchors: 8 new generation designs suitable for every type of boat
Good ground tackle opens up the option to stay overnight in stunning bays and creeks, away from costly marinas and expensive harbour moorings. A decent anchor is also an essential…
Amazon Prime Day boating deals: When is Prime Day 2021?
Amazon Prime Day Boating Deals 2021 It’s almost here – Amazon Prime Day 2021 takes place across Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd June. Prime Day is back in it’s usual…
Arthur Beale: Iconic London chandler closes shop
After 150 years at their Shaftesbury Avenue, London location much-loved chandlers, Arthur Beale will be closing their doors at the end of June 2021. The shop has been around for…
Best hull cleaners buying guide: how to add sparkle above and below the water
It’s no secret, of course, that maintaining a beautifully clean hull is the result of both regular work and use of the right tools. Yet it’s all too easy to…
Best boating apps: 9 essential downloads for iPhone and Android
It’s now physically possible and affordable to carry detailed charts of almost the whole globe in your pocket thanks to the dizzying array of boating apps out there. There’s no…
Is now the time for a more environmentally sensitive antifoul?
Known as VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), solvents are essential to the application and curing of traditional antifoul paints, many of which contain up to 45% VOCs. These solvents pose a…
Prince Philip in Pictures: The best moments of his maritime life
The Duke of Edinburgh has finished his last solo official engagement. YBW looks back at some of Prince Philip's most memorable maritime moments
Best EPIRB: 4 emergency beacons to keep you safe at sea
When to choose an EPIRB? Emergency Personal Indicating Radio Beacons (or EPIRBs for short) are probably the best-known emergency beacons thanks to their long history and use in high profile…
Icom IC-M94DE: The world’s first handheld marine radio with a built-in AIS receiver
The IC-M94DE is the first handheld marine radio that offers users receive information broadcast by other AIS-equipped vessels. The IC-M94DE provides vessel traffic information shown on the radios large clear…
Gill Deckhand and Championship review: Minimalist sailing gloves tested
Similarities include short cuffs that don’t interfere with a sailing watch and a snug fit. Their slightly contoured shape also aids comfort and freedom of movement. The Gill Championship benefits…
Zhik G1 and Zhik G2 review: Lightweight and performance sailing gloves tested
These two sailing gloves from Zhik exactly fulfil those requirements. They are complementary products, with each one optimised for use in different conditions. Both are available in either full-fingered versions,…
Gill Helmsman review: Gauntlet-style sailing gloves put to the test
Gill Helmsman sailing gloves promise the luxury of warmth in challenging conditions and are reminiscent of traditional drivers’ gloves in the days before cars had decent heaters. However, in this…
Zhik Superwarm review: Insulated watersports gloves tested
These full finger sailing gloves are aimed at watersports enthusiasts who play in the water and know their hands will be wet for extended periods. The philosophy behind the Zhik…
Best satellite phone: 6 models to help you keep in touch at sea
There are numerous companies out there offering connectivity at varying cost and global coverage. Buying a satellite phone is, of course, just the start – you’ll also need a SIM…
Best sailing gloves: 8 top pairs to protect your hands and keep them warm
For much of the year thermal insulation is an important attribute for sailing gloves, and is especially true for those on faster boats such as RIBs, where windchill can be…
Best boat dehumidifier: 10 powerful models to keep your boat dry
It sounds obvious, but boats tend to live in a damp environment. Even if you keep yours ashore or in your driveway, damp can still present a problem – just…
Best lifejacket: 13 top choices that could save your life
Whatever else you might find on a boat, you will usually find lifejackets. In the context of this feature we’re talking specifically about the best lifejacket options as opposed to…
Best personal locator beacons and AIS units: 7 top options for boating
Not so long ago simply locating a crew member who had fallen overboard in anything other than the most benign of conditions was a massive challenge, thanks to personal locator…
Best dog lifejackets: 6 top buoyancy aids for your canine crewmate
Not only does a dog lifejacket provide extra floatation, but they are also fluorescent, to aid location in low light, and also have grab handles to make it easy to…