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PBO tested: Henri Lloyd Elite Racer Smock and Salopettes
One immediate thing that jumps out is the light weight of the oilskins. They are by far the lightest oilskins I’ve ever owned – and thus the least constrictive to…
PBO Tested: 10 handheld VHF radios
A vital piece of kit in any boat cockpit, Alex Bell and a PBO test team check out popular handheld radios for effectiveness and ease of use
October 2016
In the October 2016 issue of Practical Boat Owner...
Editor’s welcome to the September issue – on sale today!
We're inviting all sailing clubs, classes and associations celebrating their 50th anniversary year to get in touch - Editor David Pugh welcomes you to the latest issue of Practical Boat…
September 2016
In the September 2016 issue of Practical Boat Owner...
Collision avoidance software
Ben Meakins puts Raymarine’s new Lighthouse AIS update through its paces in Southampton Water
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Summer 2016
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July 2016
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June 2016
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May 2016
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February 2016
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January 2016
In the January 2016 issue of Practical Boat Owner...
Last chance to enter the PBO Christmas gear giveaway!
Practical Boat Owner magazine's big Christmas giveaway represents our pick of the best test items of the year - the prize is worth more than £3,000.
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December 2015
In the December 2015 issue of Practical Boat Owner...
6 compact freshwater hoses
How portable, practical and useable are cassette-type hoses? Ben Meakins wrestles with the problem, tests six models and promises not to gush