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Practical Boatowner Magazine

13 issues per year View Reviews   |   Write Review From $5.38 per issue Practical Boat Owner is the UK’s best selling sailing magazine. Established over 40 years ago and published 13 times a year its mission is to inform readers on how best to maintain and use their boat. .. read more Packed with practical know how from buying a boat to modifying, repairing, restoring or kitting out with the latest electronic equipment, PBO has it covered. There is also a comprehensive listing section featuring the latest pre owned boats and equipment for sale as well as other marine services.  read less
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Practical Boatowner  |  October 2023  


Embark on thrilling adventures in small boats with expert tips on gear, seamanship, and handling heavy weather. This issue covers soldering techniques, replacing tender valves, and winch servicing. Inside you'll also find 21 pages of DIY projects, the best boats for first-time buyers (25ft-40ft), and a guide on maintaining your own boat to save money. Also, don't miss the dehumidifiers buyers guide to banish dampness on board.
Practical Boat Owner is the UK’s best selling sailing magazine. Established over 40 years ago and published 13 times a year its mission is to inform readers on how best to maintain and use their boat. Packed with practical know how from buying a boat to modifying, repairing, restoring or kitting out with the latest electronic equipment, PBO has it covered. There is also a comprehensive listing section featuring the latest pre owned boats and equipment for sale as well as other marine services.
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Excellent boat magazine, well organized and written. I's a pleasure for me reading it every month.
As an internationally appreciated magazine, I would only suggest to dedicate a little more space to other cruising grounds, especially in the Med area.
Reviewed Thursday, 4 March 2021
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perfect Reviewed Tuesday, 2 March 2021

Good Advice & Info for small boat owners

Good Advice & Info for small boat owners and yachtsmen Reviewed Sunday, 7 July 2019

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