- Rigg & sail
- Rope & cordage
- Anchoring & mooring
- Hull & deck
- Cabin & comfort
- Paint & boatbuilding
- Electrics & engine
- Pumps & sanitation
- Safety & VHF radio
- Navigation & books
- Commercial shipping
Tape
Even MacGyver knew that courageous use of robust duct tape can defuse many a difficult situation. Of course, tape is also very useful onboard and even indispensable in many boating application. Stable fabric tape, also known as gaffer tape or tank tape, is good for short-term fastening, fixing or sealing in an emergency, as well as for protection against chafing. Self-fusing repair tape provides a waterproof solution. Vulcanizing tape is best suited for insulating cables and connections. When applying the water pass or decorative stripes to the hull, the use of …














