The pros and cons of dinghies for downsizing; Stop leaks – tips for every sailor; How to set storm trysails; Antifoul like a pro; Ditch…
Practical Boat Owner
July 2026 – out 7 May
Keel know-how; How to gybe safely; Spotlight on the Nordic Folkboat; Hot water systems explained; Working with Perspex; Painting over varnish; Launching tips for dinghies;…
50 years of Ocean Youth Trust
Anniversary celebrations at Portsmouth, Sat 16 October
Working on the boat on your own?
How to get another pair of hands you won't have to feed
Dave Selby Podcast ‘Mad About the Boat’ November 2010
Listen to Dave Selby's column from the November 2010 issue of PBO
Essential spares, part 7
The ultimate toolbox
Essential spares, part 8
The ultimate toolbox
Essential spares, part 6
The ultimate toolbox
Essential spares, part 5
The ultimate toolbox
Night sinking for yacht
Couple rescued by Swanage RNLI
Jeanneau 360 – parking made easy
Watch the video of Jeanneau's new multi-directional drive for sailing boats
Chemical ship sinking in Western Approaches
Tanker collided with bulk carrier 50 miles SW of Ushant
Essential spares, part 4
The ultimate toolbox
Essential spares, part 3
The ultimate toolbox
Sunsail opens in Grenada
New charter base in Eastern Caribbean
Essential spares, part 2
The ultimate toolbox
Blaze destroys Hastings Pier
RNLI lifeboats transport firefighters
Essential spares, part 1
The ultimate toolbox
Tying a yacht onto her trailer
Make sure she's safe with these tips.
Warsash Fuel Berth sinks
Pontoon founders, but no fuel leaks out
MAIB condemns ship’s failure to stop after collision
Crew ignored mayday calls and altered documents
The rhyming basics of sail trim
It's not just for kids!