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7 antifouling solutions to protect your boat’s hull

Boat hulls are constantly exposed to marine conditions and the growth of marine organisms that can colonize them. These weeds, slimy animals and even shellfish can affect boat speed and handling, and can even damage the hull in the long term.

Protecting the hull is crucial to the durability of your boat, as well as keeping its performance up, reducing maintenance costs and even saving on fuel. There are many ways to protect your hull. Let’s take a look at seven of them.

5 steps to properly launching your boat after winter storage

The fair sailing season is fast approaching. It’s time to put your boat back in the water. Before you cast off, however, make sure your boat is well prepared for future trips. Let’s take a look at the 5 key steps to successfully launch your boat.

We’ll look at the essential tasks to be carried out in each of the main areas: hull preparation, propulsion, electronics, sails and hardware.

This systematic preparation will enable you to enjoy your boat to the full.

The right moves towards a reliable windlass

We’ll take you through the essential steps to ensure your anchor windlass remains reliable. A few tried-and-tested techniques for cleaning, lubricating and even operating your windlass will ensure its long life. Are you ready to tackle the issue?

How to make your sails last longer?

Are your sails losing their shape? Is your boat losing speed and heeling more? Do you want to keep your sails as long as possible and maintain their performance level? Do you want to avoid having to buy a new set of sails too soon?

Here are a few tips to help you care for your sails over time. Thanks to these guidelines, you’ll be able to keep your sails for a few more years.

Taking good care of your boat trailer

A properly maintained trailer can last for decades. On the other hand, no trailer, no launch, no boat.

Indeed, for towable boats, it is most often overlooked when it comes to maintenance. But a few simple steps can make a big difference in terms of safety and durability.

How to care for your deck hardware?

Salt is just about the worst enemy of your boat.

Do you want to keep your hardware for as long as possible, but it’s deteriorating because of salt? The first thing to do is rinse your fittings more regularly. But your equipment still needs a little more attention than that.

Just follow the guide!