June 2025 issues of Practical Boat Owner

Essential skills, planning and kit for your best summer afloat, Bonding & sealants guide, How to sail tidal estuaries, Yacht handing on rivers, Silicone antifouling test, The seamanship of Joshua…

May 2025 cover of Practical Boat owner magazine

Tune your rig so your boat points higher and sails better, The ultimate cruising guide to Britain and Ireland, Essential propeller care, How to check your mooring for peace of…

April 2025 issue of Practical Boat Owner

30 ways to go dinghy cruising in the UK and beyond, How to pay for the bluewater dream, Switching from petrol to an electric engine for under £8k, The 7…

March 2025 Practical Boat Owner magazine

How to fix a fouled prop at sea, Battery care do’s and don’ts, Heavy weather skills for multihulls, The enduring appeal of a Cornish Shrimper, Do we really need radar…

February 2025 issue of Practical Boat Owner

Single-handed sailing: a guide for first-timers, Meet Britain’s most popular yacht, How to get a perfect mirror finish on your hull, Kid-proof your boat, Discover the original pocket rocket, Rewire…

January 2025 issue of Practical Boat Owner

How to protect your boat in a storm in harbour, Essential checks for liftout, Second hand boat focus on the Bavaria 34, How to install a bilge filter, Portable power…

PBO December issue 2025

Monohulls vs multihulls: which one is best? Sailing downwind: how the pros do it, Where is the best place to stow your liferaft? Staying warm on board, Tips to prepare…

November 2024 cover of Practical Boat Owner magazine

The pros and cons of converting to an electric engine, Expert advice on maintaining engine belts, Second-hand spotlight on the Contessa 32, First test of the Merry Fisher 895 &…

October 2024 issue of Practical Boat Owner

Ultimate guide to wind vane steering systems, Offshore gear for small boats, How to winterise your engine, 10 low-cost solutions for anti-slip decks, the best apps for sailors and MORE!…

September 2024 issue of Practical Boat Owner

How to choose the right prop, A step-by-step guide to servicing a pump impeller, 8 knots every sailor should know, How much does a free boat really cost? Tips for…

Practical Boat Owner August 2024

Sailing in squalls? How to protect your rig and sails; DIY rudder checks; How to service your outboard engine; Get the best out of your boat survey; The latest advice…

PBO Summer 2024 issue

Troubleshoot engine problems at sea,  the 30 best ways to get afloat if you don’t have a boat, how to find crew, essential DIY rig care, basic celestial navigation to…

July 2024 cover of Practical Boat Owner

110 ways to save money on your boating costs, from mooring and maintenance to rigging and sails! PLUS 12 anchor designs to consider, how to replace thru-hull fittings, 100 years…

June 2024 issue of Practical Boat Owner

Is it time to swap your boat batteries? We look at the pros and cons of lithium-ion vs standard, installation dos and don’ts, bust the myths around lithium-ion batteries PLUS…

PBO May 2024 cover

15 fixes at sea: sailors share how to deal with a range of problems afloat from a dismasting and rudder damage to chafe, the essential tools and spares you shouldn’t…

Practical Boat Owner April 2024

Are you ready for launch day? Essential checks from batteries to safety kit, Trade tips on buying a second hand outboard, pre-start checks and engine care, how to sail solo…

March 2024 issue of Practical Boat Owner magazine

The kit you shouldn't sail offshore without, the right boat insurance for you, how to manage E5 & E10 petrol, the best used boats for families, a step by step…

Practical Boat Owner February 2024 cover

How to fix cracks and holes in fibreglass, what to look for when carrying out keel checks, exclusive first test of the home-built Globe 5.80, the best sail and power…

January 2024 issue of Practical Boat Owner

How to avoid and spot the 15 big problems you don't want on a boat, the vital tasks you need to do on your boat this winter, the best sail…

December 2023 issue of Practical Boat Owner magazine

How to sell your boat and get the best price, long term test of electric outboards, our view of the new Hanse 348, DIY spinnaker repair... and more!