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This article from Practical Boat Owner provides a comprehensive guide to boat anodes, explaining their purpose, how they work, and how to use them effectively. Anodes are used to prevent corrosion of underwater components on boats, such as propellers and shafts. By connecting two dissimilar metals and immersing them in a liquid, a voltage is generated and one of the metals will corrode, protecting the other. The article also provides tips for improving anode performance and addresses common misunderstandings about anodes. Additionally, it offers advice for using anodes on wooden boats, taking into account the potential impact on the structure of the wood. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents the discussion on running through and be familiar with your boat's characteristics. Topics include enough to allow the main to be fully free so a simple lengthening strop is required if you have a clip fastening for your mainsheet block to the track; and practised this 6 miles south of Plymouth sound, threclipse boats altered course.

This article from Practical Boat Owner features two questions from readers seeking expert advice. The first question pertains to corrosion on a stainless steel rudder of a yacht. The expert suggests that the corrosion may be due to poor adhesion between the paint film and stainless steel, as well as galvanic corrosion caused by dissimilar metals used in welding. The expert recommends smoothing the rudder and applying a primer or Hammerite Special Metals Primer before applying Coppercoat or hard scrubbable antifouling. The second question addresses the cost of harbour dues in Langstone Harbour. The harbour master explains that vessel dues are required to fund the harbour and offset costs. The current charge for visiting Langstone Harbour is £9.10, with additional fees for mooring and annual fees for regular use. The harbour master emphasizes the importance of charging all harbour users to maintain the harbour's sustainability. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Practical Boat Owner features a series of questions and answers from experts on various topics related to boating. The first question addresses the issue of sink outlets below the waterline on boats and whether there is a practical reason for this design feature. The expert explains that it has to do with freeboard and the need for the sink to be able to drain at different angles of heel. The second question involves troubleshooting a saildrive engine that won't run, with the expert suggesting that the carburetor may be blocked. The third question pertains to the potential issues of Brexit and Schengen regulations for UK-registered boats sailing in the Mediterranean. The expert advises on the customs and VAT implications and the possibility of re-registering the boat. The final question seeks advice on removing rust stains from a glassfibre deck, with the expert recommending the use of oxalic acid. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides an answer to a question about boat anodes that are considered suited for fresh and sea water.