Maintenance and DIY

PYI KiwiGrip nonskid deck paint KiwiGrip antiskid deck paint is ideal for sailors looking to redo their topsides. Unlike antiskid with fillers such as sand or rubber flecks, KiwiGrip is a one-part paint, which lowers not only the cost but also the amount of time it takes to ...read more

Lighten the Load Ronstan’s lightweight Low-Friction Rings can be used as a maintenance-free alternative to conventional blocks in a variety of different heavy high-static load applications, such as lazyjacks, back stays, jib in-haulers and vangs. The rings are secured via a ...read more

Anodes with an Edge Sea Shield Marine’s new SALCA (sacrificial anode line cutter assembly) solves two problems in one: corrosion and line entanglement. Available in both zinc and aluminum, the SALCA has a stainless steel cutting edge that slices through errant lines while ...read more

One serious piece of equipment for dedicated riggers. Its handle is made of black G10, and the steel is pro-grade German marine stainless, which is comparable to 440C steel, to ensure it holds a sharp edge. The sheepsfoot blade is serrated along three-quarters of its length, ...read more

Shurhold Zipper Lube Snaps and zippers are easily overlooked on a boat—until they malfunction. Keep your boat’s snaps and zippers in good working order with Shurhold’s new Snap-Stick protection lubricant and Top-Snapper tool. Applying Snap-Stick is a cinch because it comes in a ...read more

This small-sized dock box is just the thing for some of the narrower docks that you sometimes find in big-city marinas, older marinas and marinas on inland lakes. Made from roto-molded polyethylene, the box measures 33in x 20in x 26in, making it large enough to hold plenty of ...read more

Accon Marine lifting eyes are available in both round and oval models and can safely lift up to 4,000lb in the direction of the axis of the threaded rod shank. Fabricated from a combination of 316 and 304 stainless steel, they require less clearance under deck than conventional ...read more

Silent Running SR1000 is a nontoxic water-based vibration-absorbing material that you brush, spray or roll on like paint. It works by converting noise and vibration into low-grade heat, which is then dissipated throughout the surface on which it’s been applied. You can use this ...read more

Isotemp SPA water heaters from Indel Webasto include a stainless steel inner tank, injected polyurethane insulation and a robust polypropylene outer casing to provide a combination of performance and durability. A corrugated, stainless steel heat exchanger taps into the heat ...read more

Sta-lok’s new stemball self-fit terminals are stronger than wire, easy to install using simple hand tools, and are compatible with 1x19, 7x19 or compacted-strand wire shrouds measuring 7/32in to 3/8in in diameter. Using standard stemball cups (ordered separately), the head size ...read more

Hydrocoat Eco is the latest iteration of Pettit Paint’s multi-season ablative antifouling line and combines a proprietary self-polishing, water-based ablative coating with the organic metal-free biocide Econea to inhibit slime and improve antifouling performance. Hydrocoat Eco ...read more

Beckson Marine’s Newport Self Drain Opening Ports have an angled, molded-in drainage ramp to channel away water, while still providing room for through-bolts to ensure a secure installation. The ports work best when mounted within 15 degrees of vertical and prevent the mini ...read more

PYI’s Whisper 5-blade Max-Prop uses an impressive five blades to provide a combination of quiet operation and thrust, especially when motoring against a strong headwind or into powerful seas. The latest addition to PYI’s “Easy” line of feathering props, the Whisper is designed ...read more

Forespar’s new Tea Tree Power mold, mildew and odor eliminator is a natural air cleaner formulated specifically for marine use. Non-toxic and biodegradable, it uses pure distilled Australian tea tree oil, which includes a number of different antiseptic and antimicrobial agents. ...read more

The chances are that if something can go wrong, it will. With this in mind, carrying a few spares with which to effect running repairs is a good idea. A bosun’s box or ditty bag will keep all these items clean dry and in the same place so that if you need a spare shackle at ...read more

Two years ago, Island Packet 485 sailor Don Hyde got sick of shuffling through 35 pounds of manuals every time he needed to complete a maintenance job on his boat. What if, he thought, those manuals existed online on one consolidated site? Better still, what if that site could ...read more

Honda Marine’s BF2.3hp four-stroke outboard weighs just 29.5lb and has a larger 0.29gal internal fuel tank that in combination with its improved fuel efficiency allows it to run for up to 60 minutes at full throttle. A centrifugal clutch makes switching into gear a snap, and the ...read more

Hella marine’s NaviLED PRO series bi-color LED nav lights feature a sealed, UV-resistant, high-impact housing that will last as long as the LEDs it contains. The lamps are zero-maintenance, draw less than 2 watts and include a heavy-duty Grilamid optical nylon lens for superior ...read more

Even in a world chock-o-block full of digital marvels, the H22FX flashlight stands out as one nifty piece of equipment. Waterproof and powered by four AA batteries, the LED-powered light not only measures water temperature to within a tenth of a degree, it also takes soundings ...read more

Pity the poor boat cover that gets coated with an assortment of filth, including grit, mold, bird droppings and any filth that happens to fall from the sky. To keep your boat cover clean, try Ensearch’s new CoverClean, a biodegradable cleanser that has been formulated to tackle ...read more

Chafe isn’t just a problem aloft. It can also be an issue where docklines or sheets rub up against, say, a cockpit coaming, a gunwale or the edge of your cabintrunk. To protect your boat in these areas, try a WearAndTear abrasion strip—basically a thin piece of stainless steel ...read more

The Whale Watermaster automatic pressure pump is quiet running, provides high flow rates, is easy to retrofit and is self-priming up to 10ft. The pump is suitable for 15mm Quick Connect plumbing or 1/2in threaded hose connections and can be used with either salt or freshwater. ...read more

Help your holding tank work better and keep it from stinking up the boat by tossing in some Free & Clear Holding Tank Liquid Deodorant from Thetford. Free & Clear includes enzymes that break down and liquefy both waste and tissue to prevent clogs. Fragrance- and ...read more

Scanstrut through-bulkhead cable seals allow you to route multiple mixed-size electrical cables through bulkheads and furniture without compromising watertight integrity. The seals can accommodate as many as 10 cables passing through bulkheads 10mm to 35mm thick (or four ...read more