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Burke Super Dry Jacket - Blue

Burke

Burke Super Dry Jacket - Blue

Burke Super Dry Jacket in Blue. Product codes shown: DRY228-XS, DRY228-S, DRY228-M, DRY228-L, DRY228-XL, DRY228-XXL. Available sizes listed: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL.

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Hydralign B Feathering Propeller

Hydralign

Hydralign B Feathering Propeller

Feathering propeller designed for larger cruising yachts. Diameter range 18"–25"; shaft range 1¼"–1¾"; hub lengths 120mm or 165mm (with anode). Sail drive option available.

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Burke Super Dry Jacket - Blue

Burke

Burke Super Dry Jacket - Blue

Burke Super Dry Jacket in Blue. Product codes shown: DRY228-XS, DRY228-S, DRY228-M, DRY228-L, DRY228-XL, DRY228-XXL. Available sizes listed: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL.

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Hydralign B Feathering Propeller

Hydralign

Hydralign B Feathering Propeller

Feathering propeller designed for larger cruising yachts. Diameter range 18"–25"; shaft range 1¼"–1¾"; hub lengths 120mm or 165mm (with anode). Sail drive option available.

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Safety & Emergency

YouSail product guide

15 sections

Safety & Emergency

Safety & Emergency covers the equipment and systems that help prevent incidents, protect people and property, and provide a clear, reliable response when something goes wrong at sea. This category includes personal protective gear, distress signalling, fire suppression, bilge and damage-control equipment, first-aid and survival gear, and associated storage and mounting solutions. The right choices depend on your boat type, where you sail and how you use the vessel.

Navigation, Electronics & Communications

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17 sections

Navigation, Electronics & Communications

Navigation, electronics and communications equipment covers the instruments, displays, sensors, networks and radios that help a skipper find position, navigate safely, monitor the boat and stay in touch. This category includes chartplotters, GPS/GNSS receivers, chart and routing software, radars, depth and speed instruments, AIS, autopilots, VHF/DSC radios, long-range communications and the wiring, displays and networking that tie them together. Choosing the right mix depends on boat size, type of cruising, crew skills, installation space and expectations for redundancy, repairability and ease

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15 sections

Charts, Software & Sailing Technology

Digital charts, navigation software and onboard technology are the tools that turn positional information, weather and sensors into usable decisions at sea. This category covers electronic chartplotters, chart and raster/vector chart licences, navigation apps, routing and weather programs, instrument and autopilot interfaces, and the software ecosystems that integrate them. Good choices reduce navigational uncertainty, improve route planning and safety, and must be matched to your boat, your sailing style and how you maintain systems while cruising.

Anchoring, Docking & Deck Handling

YouSail product guide

10 sections

Anchoring, Mooring & Docking

Practical guidance for selecting, installing and using anchoring, mooring and docking equipment aboard recreational sailing boats. Covers what belongs in the category, how to compare types, installation considerations, maintenance and common mistakes for day sailing through offshore use.

Sails, Rigging & Sail Control

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14 sections

Sails, Rigging & Deck Hardware

Covers standing and running rigging, sails and deck hardware used to control, support and trim sails. Explains the types, how they are used aboard different boats, what matters when selecting and installing, and practical trade-offs for day sailing through offshore cruising.

Engines, Propulsion & Mechanical

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15 sections

Engines, Propulsion & Fuel

Coverage of the propulsion systems, engines and fuel systems that move recreational sailboats. Includes inboards, outboards, pod drives, auxiliary electric systems, propellers, shafts and fuel tanks—what each does aboard a yacht, how to compare options, and the installation, operational and maintenance questions owners must answer before buying.

Electrical, Batteries & Energy

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17 sections

Electrical, Batteries & Energy

Practical editorial guidance on onboard electrical systems for recreational sailors: batteries, charging sources, distribution, energy management and how to choose equipment that suits your boat, cruising style and service expectations.

Water, Comfort & Liveaboard

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14 sections

Water, Plumbing & Sanitation

An independent guide to freshwater, plumbing and onboard sanitation systems for recreational sailing boats. Explains what equipment belongs in the category, why it matters to safety and comfort, how to compare types and capacities, installation and compatibility considerations, typical trade‑offs and a practical pre‑purchase checklist for day sailing through offshore use.

YouSail product guide

18 sections

Galley, Interior & Liveaboard

Equipment and fittings for the galley, interior and liveaboard spaces aboard recreational yachts — what belongs in the category, how to compare fixed and portable options, and the practical trade‑offs that matter for day sailing, coastal cruising and extended liveaboard use.

Onboard Gear, Tenders & Maintenance

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15 sections

Dinghies, Watersports & Fishing

Dinghies, towable watersports gear and small-boat fishing equipment cover tender dinghies, RIBs, inflatable kayaks, paddleboards, towables and basic angling kits. This category explains what belongs here, how each type is used aboard recreational yachts, the key choices sailors face and practical installation, storage and safety considerations for Australian waters.

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18 sections

Maintenance, Repair & Boat Care

Practical, routine and restorative products and supplies used to keep a recreational sailing boat seaworthy, comfortable and attractive — from cleaning and antifouling to rig maintenance, sacrificial anodes and spare parts. This category covers consumables, tools and systems that support ongoing maintenance, repair and general boat care.

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18 sections

Sailing Gear, Clothing & Accessories

Clothing, footwear and small accessories tailored for life on deck: what belongs in the category, how different garments and protective items are used, and the practical factors sailors should weigh when choosing gear for day sails, coastal cruises and offshore passages.

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