Another bit of kit from Musto, this waterproof holder is designed to keep your technology dry no matter how harsh the conditions become. I’ve used it with my smart phone and found that it was indeed completely waterproof. The locking system is well designed, a little fiddly to begin with – but you’ll master it in no time. The most impressive feature of this bag is that you can still use your phone’s touch screen, almost as if the cover isn’t there at all. Worth the money to keep your electronics high and dry.Tuesday, 17 May 2011 10:21
This mammoth dry back from Musto is an excellent bit of kit. Perfect for wet and rough rides, this completely waterproof backpack makes use of heat sealed straps and a fold down sealing system. It kept all my belongings dry and safe like it said it would, and with lots of room to spare thanks to its massive 42 litre capacity. The only thing I found lacking was that there are no pockets inside the bag, just one big storage area. Reasonably priced, I heartily recommend this kit.
Price £42.00
BHG Marine has become the sole UK distributor for the innovative Drainman bilge pump. Built in Sweden, the Drainman requires no power or priming, and is activated by natural movement created by wind and wash. By simply connecting it to your mooring, the Drainman is capable of pumping 2,500 litres a day without any further maintenance. Paul Martin, Director of BHG Marine, said: “The Drainman is ideally suited to the dinghy owner who is fed up with having to bail out their boat, or worried that the boat will fill with water. It is simple to fit, requires no maintenance and gives total peace of mind.” The Drainman has a tensile strength of 10,000 newtons and is now widely available.
The CHOK-A-BLOK webbing guard, launched at the RYA Volvo Dinghy Show, is designed to protect your rig during transit by trailer - and it is very simple. You just thread the straps through the CHOK-A-BLOK guard and your boat will be protected from the potential damage caused by ill-fi tting or badly guided webbing straps. Designed and built right here in the UK, it is a very effective solution.
At the Tullet Prebon International London Boat Show, the RYA lifted the veil on their first fully interactive course. Adrian Porter put it to the test.