Knowledge Base

Knowledge Base

Knowledge Base

Anchoring Bridles and Snubbers Guide

Anchoring Bridles and Snubbers Guide

Learn about how and why to use an anchoring bridle or snubber, what to look for and how to choose the right one for you.Here at Pro Marine Store, we are passionate about blue-water cruising, and off-grid living on sailing boats and yachts.  We specialise in helping people get the…

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Mantus Quick Connect Dinghy Anchor Package | The Best Dinghy Anchor Setup Money Can Buy

Mantus Quick Connect Dinghy Anchor Package | The Best Dinghy Anchor Setup Money Can Buy

Read about the best performing dinghy anchor package and why it stands out head and shoulders above the rest. We Know Guide to Dinghy Anchors. Pro Marine Store specialises in electric outboard motors, dinghies and everything you need to get out on the water. In 2023, we launched our hugely successful line…

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How to care for inflatable sup or inflatable kayak

How to care for inflatable sup or inflatable kayak

How to care for inflatable sup or inflatable kayak. Modern Inflatable sups and inflatable kayaks have come a long way since their inception over 15 years ago. Huge improvements have been made with design, both external and internal, board shaping, accessories and durability. Particular improvements have been made with the seams, where…

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Which Sandbanks Inflatable kayak to buy

Which Sandbanks Inflatable kayak to buy

Which Inflatable kayak to buy. A quiet revolution has happened in the world of kayaks. Since Sandbanks developed their first inflatable kayaks with technology derived from the world if SUP boards, the kayaking world hasn't been the same.  In this article we discuss what has changed and why there is almost…

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Using Aceleron Lithium Batteries Onboard a Sailing Boat or Motor Yacht

Using Aceleron Lithium Batteries Onboard a Sailing Boat or Motor Yacht

Advantages of an Aceleron Energy Lithium House Battery Bank. Aceleron Lithium Battery allows the user to monitor the health of the battery and to know the health of the cells inside. What if this battery could be sent into a service centre after around 5000 cycles and have the cells replaced…

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Anchor Swivels Improve your Anchoring All Round

Anchor Swivels Improve your Anchoring All Round

Understand options for using stainless steel anchor swivels between anchor and chain to improve anchoring for sailing boats and yachts. Why use an anchor swivel when anchoring your sailing boat? How might it help you and what options do you have?Simply put, an anchor swivel attached to a marine anchor allows…

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WeKnow Dyneema Soft Shackles

WeKnow Dyneema Soft Shackles

Learn about Dyneema Soft Shackles for use on a sailing boat or yacht, with the WeKnow Guide from Pro Marine Store. Revolutionising on deck stainless steel shackles are the new breed of SK78 Dyneema soft shackles from SeaQure, in association with Pro Marine Store UK.  But what are Dyneema soft shackles…

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Launching WeKnow Guides

Launching WeKnow Guides

Here you will find an ever-growing series of product and installation guides aimed at improving your knowledge of what we sell - We call these WeKnow Guides.  Additionally, we also offer free and friendly advice on all matters boat and marine over the phone.  Please feel free to call us…

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WeKnow Dinghies

WeKnow Dinghies

Here you can find out what goes into dinghy design and materials. We discuss Hypalon versus PVC, and other aspects of modern dinghies, so you can make an informed choice about which one is right for you

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WeKnow Waterproofing

WeKnow Waterproofing

Find out about the world of waterproof certification to help you choose the level right for you

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