Katy Stickland dons a pair of Helly Hansen Crew Low sailing shoes and tests them in the heat of the Mediteranean and cooler climes of UK waters
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Musto BR3 Offshore Pertex jacket review
The Musto BR3 Offshore jacket has a Pertex membrance which promises to be waterproof, windproof and breathable. Katy Stickland puts it to the test
Is this the cosiest submariner jumper?
John Stickland tests the Arthur Beale Submariner jumper and Maritime balaclava - both from their National Maritime Museum collection - to see how they perform on the water and on…
How waterproof are the Xtratuf Kiata trainers?
The Xtratuf Kiata trainers claim to be 100% waterproof, so Katy Stickland put them to the test
Does the Henri Lloyd Smart Therm jacket really provide targeted warm, wicking and ventilation? We put it to the test
The Henri Lloyd Smart Therm jacket promises targeted warmth, wicking and ventilation through advanced body mapping. James Wood puts it to the test
How well do the Helly Hansen Skagen F1 deck shoes perform on a charter holiday and while running dinghy sessions at the sailing club?
Ali Wood tests Helly Hansen's Skagen F1 deck shoes while on a charter holiday and running children's dinghy sessions at her local sailing club
How comfortable and practical is the Helly Hansen Crew Insulator 2.0 vest?
The Helly Hansen Crew Insulator 2.0 vest is light, water-repellent and can be packed down small. Ali Wood tests it while motoring the canals of France
How comfortable and breathable are the Zhik Seaboot 400? PBO puts them to the test
Katy Stickland tests the new Zhik Seaboot-400™ to see how comfortable, breathable and grippy they are in a variety of different sailing conditions
I tested the new Musto BR1 Primaloft® Mid-Layer Jacket to see if it was as waterproof and warm as the claims
Three hours on the start line of a yacht race and then walking in Storm Bert gave me the chance to really test the warmth and waterproofness of the new…
Zhik CST500 Coastal Sailing Smock: tested offshore
Katy Stickland tests the Zhik CST500™ Coastal Sailing Smock during offshore voyages and on day sails
My verdict on the Rooster Aquafleece Robe after testing it over the winter
The Rooster Aquafleece Robe is the first watersports robe with a removable lining. Katy Stickland tests it over the winter while swimming and walking in all weathers
Typhoon TX-3 Coast Jacket & Hi Fit trousers review
Rupert Holmes tests the lightweight Typhoon TX-3 Coast Jacket & Hi Fit trousers
Chatham Alcyone II deck shoes review
I’ve always hankered after a pair of Chathams. The family-run company has made country and marine footwear in Britain for over 30 years, and has earned a reputation as the…
Red Original 50N buoyancy aid review
With buoyancy aids, it’s handy to have a pocket for a handheld radio, snack and multitool, and if you’re on a boat, maybe a spare kill-cord or engine key. I…