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BOATS Cornish Crabber 12 on test:The dinghy that thinks it is a dayboat Buyer's guide to choosing a motor-sailor:Boats that offer the best of both worlds New boats:The new models to look out for at the Southampton Boat Show PRACTICAL PBO Project Boat:Plugging holes in Hantu Biru's hull and deck mouldings Ask the experts:Questions on electronics, wood, engines ... and more How to install a chain counter:Know how much chain you have deployed or have left to haul in Repairing a clinker boat:A reader shows how he mended a storm-damaged clinker boat Practical projects and tips:Making recessed stanchion bases, removing an impeller .... and more from PBO readers Lightning protection:Explaining the science, and how to protect a yacht from lightning Forward-facing rowing:Illustrated hints and tips from the PBO Sketchbook SEAMANSHIP How to improve your upwind sailing:Tips for close-hauled comfort and speed Nautical know-how:Estimating scope Nav in a nutshell:Be aware of waypoint issues GEAR Choosing a VHF radio:We test five of the newest models to discover if it is worth paying more for extra functionality Choosing a VHF aerial:We test eight antennas on the water New gear:The latest products that will be appeared at the Southampton Boat Show Habitent tested:A liveaboard couple test a habitent cockpit cover over the winter SPECIALS Go sailing on a tall ship:As passenger, volunteer or crew; find out how you can do it Get the skills:RYA shorebased course guide ON THE WATER A volunteer's voyage to the Paralympic Games:A trip to the Paralympics takes in a cross-Channel hop Mexican waves:A reader's journey to the Sea of Cortez Hitchhikers on the high seas:Two readers discover they are not alone Learning from experience:Sinking, dismasted and with a fouled prop LOCAL KNOWLEDGE Discover Start Bay:Delightful Devon beaches, villages and history await those on a West Country cruise Cruising notes:A sail from East Antrim to Skye REGULARS Waiting for the tide:The editor's news and views News:Bridge drives boat owners away, anchorages under attack, cash boost for north-west marinas... and more Regional news Bargains of the month Readers' letters:Your views Dave Selby:Going along with gregarious gaffers Sam Llewellyn:Bright ideas for the Corribee's cabin Andrew Simpson:A late shakedown for Shindig Boat-owner's diary:The highs and lows of boat ownership Chart updates Bosun's bag: Maritime mischief as seen by readers
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