Refit and Upgrade

Nothing good happens when water seeps into cored laminate. Nip this intrusion in the bud or pay the piper later.

Nano ceramic coatings promise the ultimate gelcoat protection. Mike Smith investigates if it lives up to the hype.

Volvo’s Assisted Docking aims to take the fear out of docking.

Bow thrusters are not just for bigger boats—today, there’s no reason not to have one on all but the smallest of vessels.

With the passage of time, nonskid decks are the first thing to go. Turn back the clock with these helpful tips.

Inside tricks from the pros on maintaining your boat's stabilizer system.

Dometic’s latest product turns mechanical steering into power steering.

With more new boaters on the water than ever before, many are looking to upgrade their craft with a bow thruster. We shadow the installation of a Vetus-Maxwell thruster to see how painless this project can be.

Electronic steering is smoother and does away with hydraulic lines and pumps.

Set your boat up for extended cruising now, and the next time the seagull hits the fan, you can quarantine at sea.

Lead-acid batteries are so 20th century; lithium’s the future. Making the switch is costly, but there are major benefits.

An all-inclusive security system protects boaters against would-be thieves and their nefarious plans. Here's what you need to know.

When the new owners of Billy Joel’s classic commuter wanted to make changes to its design, they wisely tapped the original designer to help achieve their goals.

Sure, hullside windows let beatific visions of natural light into staterooms. But what happens if you break one?

We look through it, and celebrate the light it brings in. But glass on board yachts is becoming a technological marvel.

Swapping out old outboards isn't as simple as you may think, but it's worth the effort and expense to upgrade to high-tech motors.

Ever wonder how a Seakeeper works? Or how it’s made? Take a peek into the manufacturing process.

Today’s disappearing windows and doors are the perfect combination of ease of operation and robust construction.

While most boaters don’t need a watermaker, clean H20 will allow you to kiss the dock goodbye in pursuit of adventure.

Tired of Matterhorn White, Flag Blue and Sea Green? It’s time to rethink your boat’s color palette.

Learn how to fix stress cracks, dock dings and other fiberglass injuries. And learn when its time to call in the pros.

Have you ever seen a pod installed on a yacht in under 5 minutes? Here's your chance. Discover how the team at Sabre Yachts installs their pods. (Hint: It involves muscle and a long chain!)

A creative restoration project brings an old Bertram back to life and gets a guy who loves boating on the water again.

Computers are great, but some propellers still demand a craftsman with a hammer.