Practical Boat Owner

Going hybrid the ply way

y Hunter Duette 23 is moored at Stalham on the Norfolk Broads and I’ve been getting to know the boat and the area as both are new to me. She has a Honda 6hp outboard in a well but the Broads are very suitable for electric propulsion and as I still had a Torqeedo outboard from my

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Practical Boat Owner

Practical Boat Owner5 min read
Regional News
A boat owner who drove a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) around 18 knots – almost three times the speed limit – in Falmouth’s inner harbour on a busy summer’s day has been ordered to pay £3,061 in fines and costs by Magistrates in Truro, Cornwall. David
Practical Boat Owner1 min read
Replacing A Hatch Compression Seal
Window leaks usually develop because the window seals fail. The main causes for this are the deterioration of the seal due to ultraviolet radiation, weathering and flexing of the deck and superstructure. Quick fixes such as spreading silicone around
Practical Boat Owner1 min read
‘Always Have A Grab Bag’
1 Don’t anchor on dark nights in unfamiliar places until you have learned how to do it properly. Practice on calm days in good light until it becomes a slick operation that can be carried out efficiently and without too much effort. 2 When using a tr

Related