Contents Listing - Articles & Features in this issue
In the latest issue of MBM we review all the best boats from the London Boat Show, look at some of the future releases from Britain's four biggest motorboat builders and test the Paragon 31 and Haines 35 Offshore
Latest news
Britain's brokerage market is suffering from a lack of quality boats after being raided by euro buyers; a change is made to the way we dispose of flares; the London Boat Show might be moving to February; and a big Thames boat dealer battles on
London Boat Show
It was the smaller stuff that had us coming back for more at this year?s London Boat Show. Read all about these boats and more in our 10-page review
Haines 35 Offshore
Haines breaks free from its inland and estuary shackles and builds a genuine seagoing boat - but is it adequately powered?
Paragon 31
Our headline boat test this month features the Paragon 31. Sublime looks, common-sense detailing and great fun to drive, this is a boat you'll want to read about
Greek odyssey
Late in 2008 Jonny Hayward moved his Hardy-built Seawings to Greece. One year on we find out of the reality lived up to the dream
Go wild in Wisbech
Cross the Wash to this fantastic east coast port, teeming with wildlife, packed with history and crammed with culture. Our insiders' guide will tell you how to get there and what to do when you do
The big four - what next?
The second part of our special feature on Princess, Fairline, Sealine and Sunseeker looks at all the motorboats we can expect to see from these builders in the coming years
The screening room
The fast-moving world of marine navigation has never been so active, so read our guide to get the best out of all the integrated systems on offer
Ask the experts
Where can I get my gas detector replaced? Is it worth paying extra for a diesel engine? These are just two of the questions answered this month by our panel of experts
Remote possibilities
If you're sick of boarding your boat in the dark, why not install some remote-controlled courtesy lighting? Follow our guide and you'll never stub your toe on a cleat again
Tried & tested
A wireless wind instrument and Gill jacket are tested by the MBM team
MBM Skipper
In part 24 of our Skipper series, we focus on radar - how to use it and what are its limitations. Next month we'll detail how radar helps us navigate and keep an eye on other vessels
A life in boats
The couple featured in this month's issue started out boating in an Avon RIB in 1988 and ended up with a Sealine T48. Follow their boatowning journey here
Used boat - Nimbus 2600
If you're in the market for an aft-cabin boat that sleeps up to five, you can't go wrong with this practical semi-displacement cruiser
MBM Buyers' Guide
The most comprehensive listing you'll find for motorboats between 20ft and 50ft available in the UK
Plus: all the usuals, including your letters to the editor, opinion in Pontoon Talk, MBM's Secret Salesman, our new page of fun and trivia, Cruising Club information and the ever-amusing back-page confession
Latest news
Britain's brokerage market is suffering from a lack of quality boats after being raided by euro buyers; a change is made to the way we dispose of flares; the London Boat Show might be moving to February; and a big Thames boat dealer battles on
London Boat Show
It was the smaller stuff that had us coming back for more at this year?s London Boat Show. Read all about these boats and more in our 10-page review
Haines 35 Offshore
Haines breaks free from its inland and estuary shackles and builds a genuine seagoing boat - but is it adequately powered?
Paragon 31
Our headline boat test this month features the Paragon 31. Sublime looks, common-sense detailing and great fun to drive, this is a boat you'll want to read about
Greek odyssey
Late in 2008 Jonny Hayward moved his Hardy-built Seawings to Greece. One year on we find out of the reality lived up to the dream
Go wild in Wisbech
Cross the Wash to this fantastic east coast port, teeming with wildlife, packed with history and crammed with culture. Our insiders' guide will tell you how to get there and what to do when you do
The big four - what next?
The second part of our special feature on Princess, Fairline, Sealine and Sunseeker looks at all the motorboats we can expect to see from these builders in the coming years
The screening room
The fast-moving world of marine navigation has never been so active, so read our guide to get the best out of all the integrated systems on offer
Ask the experts
Where can I get my gas detector replaced? Is it worth paying extra for a diesel engine? These are just two of the questions answered this month by our panel of experts
Remote possibilities
If you're sick of boarding your boat in the dark, why not install some remote-controlled courtesy lighting? Follow our guide and you'll never stub your toe on a cleat again
Tried & tested
A wireless wind instrument and Gill jacket are tested by the MBM team
MBM Skipper
In part 24 of our Skipper series, we focus on radar - how to use it and what are its limitations. Next month we'll detail how radar helps us navigate and keep an eye on other vessels
A life in boats
The couple featured in this month's issue started out boating in an Avon RIB in 1988 and ended up with a Sealine T48. Follow their boatowning journey here
Used boat - Nimbus 2600
If you're in the market for an aft-cabin boat that sleeps up to five, you can't go wrong with this practical semi-displacement cruiser
MBM Buyers' Guide
The most comprehensive listing you'll find for motorboats between 20ft and 50ft available in the UK
Plus: all the usuals, including your letters to the editor, opinion in Pontoon Talk, MBM's Secret Salesman, our new page of fun and trivia, Cruising Club information and the ever-amusing back-page confession
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