January 2024
Lieutenant Home Kidston and his toys PART 2
When he first arrived in Auckland on August 2, 1933 to join HMS Diomede the Auckland Star called Sub-Lieutenant Home (pronounced Hume by the way) Kids...
Lake Tahoe 50 years of elegance
With 49 editions under its belt so far, the most prestigious static contest in North America has now reached its 50th anniversary. And it continues to...
Gybe-O; The storms and sun rays of my days
D. Ault Salt closed his eyes, tugged his grey beard, and thought: Life is good.
She’s a cracker!
Auckland's Cracker Bay is an exciting new waterfront precinct where top-notch marina and dry stack facilities meet Winton hospitality, new event space...
The freshwater system
Last issue we covered the installation of the toilet and holding tank, also known as the black water system. The final plumbing project is to implemen...
Power On : Steering the way
Probably one of the most hotly-discussed topics within the powerboat racing community is steering types – what’s good and what should be avoided.
Frigonautica marine refrigeration solutions
Fridgetech is proud supplier of Frigonautica marine refrigerators in New Zealand, specialising in standard and custom installations for pleasure boats...
SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW; Britain’s biggest boating festival
In September 2023, Andrew Howard enjoyed his second boat show of the northern summer.
January 2024: Your summer cruising library
Alex Stone looks at tempting onboard reading options for this summer
Go small and soft! (Part 2)
A finesse approach to fishing soft baits can pay dividends, especially in heavily-fished areas with educated fish.
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A walk on the wild side
Lapsed jetboating enthusiast Stewart Hydes spent eight years working for Fi-GLASS Boats in Christchurch, so it speaks volumes he opted for a Fi-GLASS ...
Exciting summer ahead
Fans of high-octane yacht racing will have been disappointed to learn that the SailGP event scheduled for Auckland in March is no longer coming.
A Shaw thing
The newest entry in the field is the Shaw S3 Tender, a rigid 2.9m planing tender, the brainchild of Auckland-based yacht designer Rob Shaw.
A legacy of success
The marine industry in New Zealand is small, consisting of passionate and talented people with companies that punch above their weight internationally...
Boat & Bike Croatia
The route across each island is along quiet, perfectly maintained roads and winds through mountainous terrain and verdant vegetation.
Brownies Mattress Direct
At Brownies Mattress Direct we pride ourselves on cutting out the middleman since 1939. We do this by manufacturing mattress and base sets at our Christchurch stores, and selling them directly to Kiwi...
Barnacle Buster
Barnacle Buster is a highly effective marine growth remover specifically designed to tackle the buildup of barnacles and other marine organisms in your raw water cooling system.
This powerful formula ensures a thorough cleaning from intake to discharge, addressing common issues such as reduced cooling efficiency and potential damage caused by accumulated growth. Unlike harsh chemicals that can harm your equipment, Barnacle Buster is formulated with safety in mind, offering a gentle yet ...
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