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Understanding Marine Survey Reports for Yachts
Buying or owning a yacht is like embarking on a grand adventure. But before you set sail, there’s a crucial step that often feels like decoding a secret map: the marine survey report. Think of it as your yacht’s health check-up, but with a bit more saltwater and a lot more technical jargon. Don’t worry, I’m here to guide you through the waves of information, so you can navigate your yacht purchase or ownership with confidence and maybe even a smile. Why Yacht Survey Insights

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Oct 214 min read


Like People, Boats Get Old Too: The Importance of Professional Surveys
Owning a boat is often a dream come true. It's a way to enjoy nature, spend time with family and friends, and create lasting memories....

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Sep 244 min read


Unraveling the Truth: Debunking Common Myths in Marine Vessel Maintenance
Maintaining a marine vessel is vital for safety, performance, and durability. However, with so much information, it can be challenging to...

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Jan 13 min read


Seacocks and Bonding Systems: Safeguarding Marine Vessels
When it comes to marine vessels, ensuring their seaworthiness is paramount. Seacocks and bonding systems are critical elements that...

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Mar 19, 20242 min read


Gale Force 8 - Imminent!
Once upon a time (+25 years ago), I had a small sailboat of 24ft. An Achilles 24, to be exact. This craft was built in Wales, UK, by a...

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Apr 21, 202310 min read


Heat Exchangers: You are hot!
It is an odd topic to focus on because it is highly underestimated and overly ignored. I do not profess to be super mechanical. I rate...

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Mar 22, 20232 min read


There's a hole in your tank
Following up with the theme of what a surveyor can not see but can only summarize or, although not meant to do, surveyors can speculate...

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Mar 21, 20232 min read


The tale of two buckets
The tale of two buckets - part one. I am lucky. Well, at least I think I am. My current vocation intermingles with my other. Surveying...

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Mar 21, 20233 min read


Buying a broken boat.
There will always be a temptation to buy a broken boat or insurance write off that has the potential to become a vessel again purely...

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Mar 12, 20215 min read


I once owned a rocketship.
In a previous blog, I wrote about a catamaran that I owned (in a partnership) and touched on a gained experience and a lesson learnt,...

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May 15, 20205 min read


Gizmos and Gadgets
Winch buddies - what a fantastic idea until the battery goes flat.

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May 10, 20204 min read


Nut screws washers and bolts!
This was an actual headline in a well known UK newspaper. With the appropriate punctuation it can be read in many different ways, and as...

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Apr 30, 20202 min read


Hurricanes hardly happen but.....
Alliteration, from 'my fair lady' would be apt if not so untrue. Hurricanes do happen, and last year during September 2019 the poor...

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Apr 29, 20203 min read


Best boat names
I subscribe to a boating magazine called 'Good Old Boat'. Recently they appealed for their readers to submit a favourite or funny boat...

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Apr 29, 20201 min read


The kettle conundrum
the metal had bloomed with radiant colors but what had caused it?

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Apr 28, 20202 min read
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