Petzl Aria 2R headtorch Specifications Functions: white light low, mid, high battery level indicator Power source: Petzl Hybrid Concept, includes: Petzl core cell (can also use 3 x AAA batteries…
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I went night sailing and took the Petzl Aria 2 RGB headtorch for a test run across the English Channel
Petzl Aria 2 RGB headtorch Specifications Functions: red light, green light, blink light, blue light, white light battery level indicator Power source: Petzl Hybrid Concept, comes with 3 AAA batteries,…
11 of the best new boating products coming to you in 2024
When it comes to boating kit and technology, the show that consistently delivers new launches and developments, is METs Trade show in Holland. Here, each year the DAME Awards are…
Best Musto Sailing Jacket deal: over 50% off BR2 offshore
Musto Jacket Deal Spotter! Our hawk eyed Marine Group Digital Editor, Toby, here at Yachting World spotted some excellent bargains over at Musto.com right now. I had to go and…
Best emergency bilge pumps – high capacity pumps for salvage
As someone who has prepared my own boat for Category 1, finding the best emergency bilge pumps that comply but are also easy to use has resulted in scouring shops…
Best manual bilge pump – 9 top choices
Every boat I’ve ever sailed on or cruised in has one or more of these pumps onboard. I’ve had hands on experience of all but one of these pumps. Choose…
The best GPS watch for navigating the open water
Terminology like GPS is common in most sailor’s vocabulary. But when was the last time you thought about the magnitude of this technology at sea? Well, it’s even more incredible…
The best Standard Horizon VHF marine radio for boating
With more than 50 years of experience developing arguably some of the best marine radio communications equipment there is, it’s easy to see why any boater or sailor would want…
Helly Hansen jackets: the best protective gear for sailors
Helly Hansen jackets are seen everywhere from ski slopes to the oceans and onward to casual nights out on the town or dog walking duties! It’s a brand that seems…
The best Cobra VHF marine radio – from handheld to fix-mounted
Let’s take a closer look at the best Cobra VHF marine radios. If you’re looking for standard Horizon or Icom VHF marine radios, I’ve made separate guides for those too.…
SwellPro Spry+ Drone review
We’ve always enjoyed photography and video-making as we’ve cruised Maunie of Ardwall, our Vancouver 38 Pilot. And ever since we first met some American sailors in Vanuatu who flew a…
The Garmin Quatix 7 was a game changer for me, now there’s 33% off for Black Friday
I’m a huge fan of wearable tech, though I haven’t always been. I was a sceptic until I tried some smart watches and the Quatix 7 was a real game…
This Victorinox sailing knife has saved my life – Save 43% this Black Friday
Ever since I crossed my dad’s palm with silver in return for the safe transfer of a knife from him to me, I’ve thanked my knife for saving my life,…
Save up to 55% off these H2O Bushnell binoculars in this Black Friday deal
Bushnell Binoculars at less than half price? I’m not sure how they do it but if you’re in the market for some decent budget level binoculars, then these could be…
Black Friday kayak deals: Save up to 60% in the year’s biggest sales
Growing in popularity over the past 10 years, inflatable kayaks provides a real opportunity for those with limited storage or transportation to get out on the water easily. If you…
Cyber Monday Garmin watch deals: Save up to 58% on smartwatches
Garmin make some of the best smartwatches available anywhere on the market. We’ve reviewed several Garmin watches and we rate them very highly, so this Cyber Monday we’ll be scoured…
At just $74.50 for Black Friday this inflatable kayak is the cheapest it’s been this year
The single-person Intex Challenger is the best Black Friday inflatable kayak deal that we have seen so far and is now the cheapest it has been since last Black Friday.…
Cyber Monday paddle board deals 2023: Save up to 63% on iSUPs
Cyber Monday is just around the corner and there’s sure to be a whole range of decent paddle board deals out there to pick up. But be warned – there…
Black Friday dry bag deals: Where to find the best bargains
Using a dry bag is the ideal way to protect essentials afloat, whether you are sailing, surfing, paddle boarding or any other activity that sees you in or around the…
Save 50% on the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1000 – BEST DEALS
Any deals to be had on power stations and I’m all over it. These portable little power packs are so versatile and can keep most items we use these days…