Practical Boat Owner
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Britain's biggest-selling yachting magazine - sail and power
Poole, UK
Joined February 2009
A man overboard incident involving @MINIGLOBERACE 2025's oldest skipper, 72-year-old Eric Marsh, has sparked a debate over safety regulations, auto-inflating lifejackets, and the weight of personal choice in solo racing. https://t.co/uPIlYMuRcy
pbo.co.uk
Eric Marsh went overboard on Friday 17 October in Leg 3 of the Mini Globe Race 2025. He was tethered and managed to return onboard. PBO reports details and key safety learnings.
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17 years after kick-starting a revolution in trailer-sailing, Swallow Yachts has launched the BayCruiser 21. The new model is light, fast, simple to launch and easy to sail https://t.co/gwaIBSYP11
pbo.co.uk
Swallow Yachts has launched the BayCruiser 21. The new model is light, fast, simple to launch and easy to sail, says David Harding
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Can you protect your boat in UK waters using foul-release coatings, ultrasonic or biomimetic technology? Rob Melotti investigates https://t.co/6KzRROPBCf
pbo.co.uk
Can you protect your boat in UK waters using foul-release coatings, ultrasonic or biomimetic technology? Rob Melotti investigates antifouling options
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Discover how a boat owner uses a simple air compressor and a collection of versatile air tools to tackle a boat's toughest sanding and cleaning jobs. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/tAE7Uladm4
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The list of quarterbacks the Colts have beaten is not impressive @PFFShow presented by @ChevyTrucks
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Jake Frith has some rust staining on the stainless steel on his boat. Will Super Stainless remove it all? https://t.co/2H9avdZDVQ
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Have you ever experienced lobster pot or static fishing gear entanglement while sailing? The @Cruising_Assoc & the @RYA want to hear from you as part of new efforts to gather data on incidents around the UK https://t.co/OnAH8CJfsp
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Four years of diesel bug misery made PBO's tech editor go full exorcism: remove the fuel tank, clean it properly, and banish the bug once and for all. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/GqKbJM7982
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Discover how a boat owner uses a simple air compressor and a collection of versatile air tools to tackle a boat's toughest sanding and cleaning jobs. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/tAE7Uladm4
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Join PBO's engine expert Stu Davies as he runs through the checks and maintenance needed to revamp and protect an outboard engine leg to keep it running in tip-top condition. Powered by @MachineMartUK
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Discover how a boat owner uses a simple air compressor and a collection of versatile air tools to tackle a boat's toughest sanding and cleaning jobs. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/tAE7Uladm4
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Jake Frith has some rust staining on the stainless steel on his boat. Will Super Stainless remove it all? https://t.co/2H9avdZDVQ
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Ready for some sharp political insights and healing power? Jeff Coltin (POLITICO) and Dr. Cristi Bundukamara (Mentally STRONG) join: SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE! Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025 | 7–9 PM (EST) | AM970 Radio Replays streaming everywhere.
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After a midnight steering failure, one boat owner learns a hard lesson about the "fiddly" but essential maintenance of remote outboard steering https://t.co/uSQ11rEUbM
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Discover how a boat owner uses a simple air compressor and a collection of versatile air tools to tackle a boat's toughest sanding and cleaning jobs. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/tAE7Uladm4
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After a midnight steering failure, one boat owner learns a hard lesson about the "fiddly" but essential maintenance of remote outboard steering https://t.co/uSQ11rEUbM
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Four years of diesel bug misery made PBO's tech editor go full exorcism: remove the fuel tank, clean it properly, and banish the bug once and for all. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/GqKbJM7982
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When we started this journey, we had no idea where it was going to take us. We poured our heart and soul into this book for the sole reason of making a positive impact on humanity. Today, we are excited to announce that we have sold 50,000 copies since launch! Thank you from
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Discover how a boat owner uses a simple air compressor and a collection of versatile air tools to tackle a boat's toughest sanding and cleaning jobs. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/tAE7Uladm4
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Four years of diesel bug misery made PBO's tech editor go full exorcism: remove the fuel tank, clean it properly, and banish the bug once and for all. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/GqKbJM7982
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When was the last time you checked your engine mounts? Engine mounts are crucial but often an overlooked part of your boat. Ben Sutcliffe-Davies explains how often you should replace them, and what happens when they break down and fail. https://t.co/1Le6JeKswW
pbo.co.uk
Engine mounts are crucial but often overlooked part of your boat. Read how often you should replace them, and what happens when they break down and fail.
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Interested in becoming a boat builder? Four boat builders will be sharing their pathways into boatbuilding on Wednesday at The Wooden Boat Stage at @SotonBoatShow The panel will be chaired by @p_b_o editor, Katy Stickland https://t.co/5wP2QSRn8w Photo: Boat Building Academy
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Four years of diesel bug misery made PBO's tech editor go full exorcism: remove the fuel tank, clean it properly, and banish the bug once and for all. This video is powered by @MachineMartUK tools https://t.co/GqKbJM7982
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