More than just a bag of hot air. Two types of inflatables are deployed manually or automatically. All varieties are U.S. Coast Guard Type III devices and must be worn (not stowed) by anyone age 16 and older to be legal life-saving devices. They function similarly; an inflatable bladder within a Velcro- or zipper-enclosed compact…
Marine Fire Extinguishers Do you have a proper marine fire extinguisher aboard your boat? You may only have seconds to put out a fire. And fire on board is serious stuff; there’s nowhere to go but overboard, and that’s a whole other problem. Here’s what to look for in marine fire extinguishers. Fire Types and…
Boating Magazine’s Editor, Robert Stephens compares six different models of sunglasses, one of the most important gear items in your boat.