Hire and learn from Midland Marine
Safety training organisation Birmingham & Midland Marine is now offering official RYA Inland Waters Helmsman Certificate training courses as an add-on to short-break narrowboat holidays. …
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Anti-rust lubricant
Lubricants are intended to provide more than just slipperiness. Industry specialist Witham reminds us that its ProLan Heavy Grade Lubricant claims rust protection as one…
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Skinners sock shoes
While the ‘ultralight boots’ might make you skip with carefree delight on muddy towpaths, an even more lightweight option is available in drier conditions.
Sock…
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Ultralight boots
Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) is a flexible, lightweight, and mouldable plastic that's seen increasing use in shoe wear, including clogs and trainers. But the LBC…
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Alde Compact turns to diesel
For those considering a diesel central heating and hot water system on their boat, Alde has launched a new diesel version of its popular Compact…
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Glow illuminated paddleboard
Stand-up paddleboarding continues to rise in popularity on the canals, and one surprising spinoff is the number who enjoy the activity after dark, especially in…
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Ergonomic folding chair
Just 1 Seat is a new foldable chair originally designed to provide ergonomic support for those suffering from knee, hip or back issues, but which…
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Solbio fresh water tank cleaner
Solbio, which already offers a natural toilet-tank fluid widely used in motorhomes, is a newcomer to the proprietary tank cleaning market. But this new Fresh…
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Changing robe-cum-cushion
Changing robes (those voluminous garments that allow you to change your clothes in public in modesty) are increasingly popular, especially with the growth in open…
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Water purifying cans
The boat water purification market is changing fast. While onboard purification has a number of powered systems, other filtration systems are moving over from simply…
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Duck Pellets
You might buy duck pellets from visitor centres when you're out on towpath walks and feeling generous to the wildlife. They float, they last indefinitely,…
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