Refits
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January 31, 2012Replacing Batteries? Do Your Homework FirstNew electricity-storage technology has introduced benefits—and issues—that you’ll want to weigh carefully when planning a refit or considering the purchase of a new boat. "Systems" from our February 2012 issue.
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January 31, 2012A.G.M. Technology ChallengesEd Sherman examines issues presented by the new A.G.M. batteries.
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March 7, 2011Installing Backing PlatesInstalling new backing plates where hardware and fittings are mounted on your rig is easier than you might think.
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November 29, 2010The Old Girl’s Ready to Dance AnewDoted over by Maine craftsmen and devoted owners during a 20-month refit, the Sparkman & Stephens-designed yawl Bolero is savoring her new vitality. From "Yachtsyle" in our December 2010 issue
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September 20, 2010Bow Thruster Installation
Electronic Updates
DeLorme just started shipping a new 1.5 version of the inReach satellite messenger, tracker, and distress device that works with an Apple iOS version of the Earthmate app as well as an improved Android version. I again participated in the Beta testing and, though almost all of that was ashore, I'm even more convinced that inReach is going to become a constant cruising companion on Gizmo and many other boats. It's hard to say whether some improvements are due to the new hardware or the new ...
