The Ins & Outs of Marine VHF
Written by Joe Minick
(Editor's note: PMM took an in-depth look at marine VHF in the October '05 issue with an article that focused on radio waves, decibels, and the various features and functions of VHF radios. As technology in the marine industry continues to change and improve, we will keep you up to date in all areas of marine electronics.)
Twenty to thirty years ago, if you were cruising on a pleasure boat, odds were you would not find a VHF radio aboard. If you did have a radio on the boat, it was probably large and expensive and operated on only a few channels. Handhelds were relatively unheard of, except on commercial craft.
Making Space Work
Written by Norman R. BlinnOur extended-cabin 2002 Duffy 37, an exceptionally seakindly boat, has clean Downeast lobster-hull lines, classic styling, and a large, bright saloon. But with big windows and 360-degree visibility, the galley-up version has less stowage than other boats of similar size.
