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Deeper CHIRP+ 4 Review: smart castable sonar that actually tells you what’s under you (most of the time)

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12/05/2026

Deeper CHIRP+ 4 Review: smart castable sonar that actually tells you what’s under you (most of the time)

LUCKY MT-202 Fish Finder Review: a pocket sonar that actually makes bank fishing less random

Revolutionizing Yacht Cooking with Gimballed Induction Cooktops

Understanding Thru-Hull Fittings on Boats

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24/07/2025

Understanding Thru-Hull Fittings on Boats

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The best boat bimini tops: our top 7 (2026)

Sun Shade Sail Waterproof, 3 x 18.5 m Rectangle Backyard Shade Canopy High-Density UV Block Shade Canopy Cover Outdoor Sunshade Cloth for Deck Patio Garden Pool WLR010, Grey

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3 x 18.5 m Waterproof Rectangle Sun Shade Sail (Grey)

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10

+ Very thick PVC material with a sturdy feel and good waterproofing

+ Lots of metal eyelets (every ~50 cm) and reinforced edges for solid fixing

Seamander 3 Bow Bimini Tops for Boats,Boat Canopy Cover Top with Mounting Hardware (Burgundy, 6'L x 85"-90" W x 46" H)

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.7/10

Premium Fabric Boat Bimini Top Canopy, 4 Bow, Multiple Colour & Size Option 230-250cm Light Grey

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

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Ranking of the 7 best underwater cameras for diving (2026)

Underwater Fishing Camera - 4.3'' KA-4315 DVR

4.3-inch Underwater Fishing Camera KA-4315 DVR

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10

+ Very simple plug-and-play use with clear buttons and no apps

+ Good battery life (around 6–8 hours real-world) with USB-C charging

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - Essential Combo

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10

DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo - 4K/120fps Waterproof Action Camera with a 1/1.3-Inch Sensor, Stunning Low-Light Imaging, 10-bit & D-Log M Color Performance, a Long-Lasting 1770 mAh Battery Essential Combo Single

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.6/10

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Our latest product reviews

OceanLED Sport S3124s Underwater LED Light - Ultra White/Mid...

Bright dual‑colour underwater light for night boating

8.0/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Lumitec Caprera3 Spreader Light - Spectrum - White Housing

A compact RGB flood that just does its job

9.0/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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30/09/2026

Yacht refit mastery for tech upgrades that transform your time on board

Modern yacht refit guide covering technical planning, electrical and navigation upgrades, engineering systems, costs, and timelines to improve reliability, comfort, and charter potential.

Lumitec Mirage LED Flush Mount Review: a compact marine light that’s bright, tough, and not very flexible

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Lumitec Mirage LED flush mount on a small boat and comparing it to both older halogens and cheap RV LEDs, my take is pretty simple: it’s a tough, bright little light that does its job well, but it’s not a miracle product. The build quality and waterproofing feel solid, the light outp...

by Christophe Leblanc

Hella Marine NaviLED PRO Port Navigation Lamp Review: a tough red nav light that just sips power

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17/09/2026

Hella Marine NaviLED PRO Port Navigation Lamp Review: a tough red nav light that just sips power

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Hella Marine NaviLED PRO Port Navigation Lamp for a while, my overall impression is that it’s a serious, no-nonsense nav light for people who actually use their boats at night and care about reliability. It’s bright, the red color is clean, the sector is well defined, and the 3 nm ra...

by Tanaka Hiroshi

Raymarine E70148 i50 Echo Sounder Review: a simple depth gauge that just does its job

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11/09/2026

Raymarine E70148 i50 Echo Sounder Review: a simple depth gauge that just does its job

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The Raymarine E70148 i50 Echo Sounder is a straightforward tool for people who want a clear, reliable depth reading without turning their helm into a spaceship. It doesn’t try to do everything: no fancy graphics, no fishfinding tricks, just solid depth information, alarms, and simple interaction via...

by Christophe Leblanc

SI-TEX T-760 Compact Color Radar Review: simple, compact radar that just does its job

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11/09/2026

SI-TEX T-760 Compact Color Radar Review: simple, compact radar that just does its job

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the SI-TEX T-760 on a small coastal boat, my takeaway is pretty simple: it does the job it’s supposed to do, without trying to be anything fancy. The 4kW 18-inch dome and 7-inch touchscreen give you a clear enough picture of what’s around you, especially in fog, darkness, and light rain....

Dometic CFF 35 Review: a tough 12V compressor fridge that actually cools like a real freezer

★★★★★ ★★★★★

The Dometic CFF 35 is basically a small, tough compressor fridge/freezer that actually behaves like a real one. It cools fast, it can genuinely freeze down to –18 °C, and it keeps a stable temperature even when the car or campsite is hot. The build feels solid, the double-sided lid is genuinely prac...

Simrad HALO24 Radar Review: compact dome with serious range and very few excuses

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The Simrad HALO24 is a compact, modern radar that actually brings useful upgrades over older domes, especially for close-range work. The fast 60 RPM sweep, VelocityTrack Doppler, and Dual Range mode all combine to give you a clearer and faster picture of what’s around you. For night entries, busy ch...

The Fusion RA70 is a straightforward marine stereo that focuses on the basics: reliable Bluetooth, decent sound, and a design that can actually handle life on a boat. After using it across several trips, I’d sum it up as “nothing flashy, but it works and doesn’t give you headaches.” The built-in amp...

by Isabella Cortez

Attwood Light Armor Underwater LED Light Review: a tough, bright transom light that mostly just does its job

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17/06/2026

Attwood Light Armor Underwater LED Light Review: a tough, bright transom light that mostly just does its job

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After using the Attwood Light Armor 6‑LED white underwater light on my boat for a few outings, my overall take is: it’s a tough, no‑nonsense light that favors durability and simplicity over flash. The build quality feels genuinely marine‑grade, with 316 stainless, a thick impact‑resistant lens, seal...

by Christophe Leblanc

Humminbird XPLORE 12 Review: a bright, fast fish finder with strong sonar but pricey maps

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17/06/2026

Humminbird XPLORE 12 Review: a bright, fast fish finder with strong sonar but pricey maps

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Overall, the Humminbird XPLORE 12 is a strong, modern fish finder with a genuinely useful 12-inch screen, clear MEGA Side/Down Imaging, and a user-friendly interface. The mix of touchscreen and physical buttons works well in real conditions, and the unit feels fast and responsive. Features like Auto...

Geloo Boat Stereo Marine Speaker MP3 Review: cheap marine radio that works… when it works

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The Geloo Boat Stereo Marine MP3 is a budget marine radio that does the basics: FM/AM, Bluetooth streaming, USB, and simple EQ. When you get a working unit, it actually delivers a decent experience for casual use. Sound is fine for a small boat, radio reception is surprisingly good, and Bluetooth pa...

Garmin GMR Fantom 24x Review: a solid dome radar for skippers who actually go out in bad weather

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The Garmin GMR Fantom 24x is a solid, no-nonsense dome radar for people who actually plan to use radar as a real tool, not just a gadget. The 50-watt solid-state output, MotionScope Doppler and dual range all come together to give you a clear, usable picture in fog, at night and in busy channels. It...

Methanol-to-hydrogen on a fifty-metre: the e1 Marine project that brings green retrofit closer than the brochures admit

How methanol-to-hydrogen systems like e1 Marine’s M2Power 250 and PowerCell fuel cells are reshaping 40–80m yacht design, refit choices, range trade-offs, and hybrid propulsion strategies.

Qub Focus III Track Lighting Review: a simple, flexible rail system that does the job

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14/05/2026

Qub Focus III Track Lighting Review: a simple, flexible rail system that does the job

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Qub Focus III track lighting for a few weeks, my overall feeling is that it’s a solid, practical choice if you need to light a room from a single ceiling connection. The 3‑meter length and five adjustable spots give you enough flexibility to cover a living room, open kitchen, or long...

Qub Focus III Track Lighting Review: a flexible rail system that keeps things simple

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The Qub Focus III 1-phase track lighting is a solid, no-nonsense option if you want flexible ceiling lighting without going into smart-home territory. The design is clean and modern, the materials feel decent for the price, and the ability to slide and rotate the spots wherever you want is genuinely...

by Genevieve Dupont