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Understanding Boat Plumbing and Water Systems

Practical Boat Owner

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February 2026

Many sailors don't give the plumbing on their boat a second thought until something goes wrong.

- By John C Payne, published by Lyons Press, £18

Understanding Boat Plumbing and Water Systems

This second edition of John Payne's easy-to-understand guide is essential onboard reading, especially for those who have not delved into the intricacies of these JOHN C. PAYNE systems before. The book covers fresh and salt water systems, hot water systems, galley

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Nicholas Koligiannis explains how he improved the mast on his Albin Ballad

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time to read

3 mins

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time to read

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Al-assisted Shipping Forecasts

The Met Office has released new data showing a decade of steady improvement in the UK Shipping Forecast, with wind speed and sea state accuracy up by 10% or more.

time to read

1 min

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Bligh-ted reputation

Making the case for the mutiny on the Bounty's much maligned Captain Bligh

time to read

3 mins

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Wiper motor repair

Richard Stone mends his deck saloon windscreen wipers

time to read

2 mins

January 2026

Practical Boat Owner

Practical Boat Owner

'Let someone know boat plans' says report into fatal man overboard incident

The importance of designating a shore contact before setting off on a boat trip has been highlighted following a fatal man overboard incident near Inishbofin, Co. Galway, Ireland.

time to read

1 mins

January 2026

Practical Boat Owner

Practical Boat Owner

LITHIUM BATTERIES latest safety advice

Marine engineer and surveyor Marcus Jones unpicks the confusion surrounding the use of lithium batteries and what you should consider if installing them on board your boat

time to read

8 mins

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How to winterise your motor boat

Jon Mendez explains the steps you need to take to ensure your boat stays in top condition for next season

time to read

4 mins

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