C.A.R.D Radar detector review
Mid Atlantic the top of the C.A.R.D. fell off! I glued it back on. When you are crossing an Ocean it helps to see and be seen. There are a…
You can paint brass (and other metals)
An amazing 8 years since the insides of these Dorade vents were painted. Despite being outside all year they have held up really well and the paint shows no signs…
Le Tonkinois Varnish
A most satisfying result. Deep gloss and no brush lines even on a vertical surface which is the hardest to do. Even the most critical fellow varnishers were impressed. Leica…
Cycle lane to St Tropez
Cycle lane to St Tropez. Leica M9, 21mm Summilux In the spring I often find myself working in St Tropez. It’s about 6 kms from the boat and there is…
To buy a boat or not to buy a boat? That is the question.
When sailing is beautiful it’s really beautiful. Early morning near the island of Porquerolles in France. Leica M9 21mm Asph. You’ve probably noticed by now if you are a regular…
21mm 1.4 Leica Summilux lens review
Leica M9 21mm Summilux f1.4 Asph lens wide open at f1.4 for 10 secs 160 ISO. Pin sharp from 5 metres to infinity. This is one spectacular lens. (click on…
Yanmar 3YM 20 Long term review
Previous Dana 24s were fitted with the Yanmar 2GM engines, now they are fitted with the 3YM 20. It’s basically a very good engine but not without issues. Considering that…
Asus X52F review
Well after the rather disappointing experience I had with a Toshiba laptop I am pleased to see that the Asus is rather excellent in most respects. Compared to the Toshiba…
Clean Boat, all in one boat cleaner
It really is amazing just how many products you need to carry to keep your yacht looking spick and span so anything that reduces the amount of stuff you have…
Tedlar UV sail protection
Almost invisible ‘Tedlar’ UV strip on new Ullman Tan Sails. When the time came to replace the sails on the boat I was faced with a new dilemma, namely what…