Ladybug Salt

No - it's not a food delicacy from the exotic jungles of SE Asia - it's a small folding knife from Spyderco. Using H1 steel, it is highly rust resistant and like all spyderco products I have used, keeps and edge and is a great tool for the people who tend to not take care of their tools as well as they should.

Its small size makes it ideal for boaters and people looking at every day carry concerns, and the yellow handle helps people like me find it when they lay it down somehwere.

A video review is up at Clever Conversation - stop on by, be entertained and educated, and let him know you came from here.

Nautilus Lifeline

Saw this advertised and reviewed in the Winter 2011 edition of "Alert Diver' magazine.
The Nautilus Lifeline looks to me like it would be a great piece of kit, enabling handheld and waterproof capabilities in an emergency VHF radio.

Pirate-proof your yacht

An article from BBC on pirate-proofing your yacht.

While focused on Somalia and the surrounding waters, the article will help educate cruisers in other parts of the world.

Need information on pirate-proofing your vessel? Contact us at yachtsecurity@privacyharbor.com and we can help you on your way. We do not push certain products or services, we help educate you on measures you can take to keep your vessel and people safe.

Couple of items for early May

GOST Marine Magellan
Saves The Day For Massachusetts Boat Owner



Not all security issues are against theft and piracy - many 'security' systems will also help you with safety and protection against natural elements. GOST has many fine products, stop by and tell them Don in Tampa sent you their way.

Also, there is a news item on Noonsite regarding maritime criminals on both sides of Costa Rica. As the global economy continues its not-so-good performance, expect more acts of theft and violence perpetrated by the 'have-nots' against the so-called 'haves'. It doesn't matter that you saved for your retirement, others may view you as a 'rich' target.

Need any information on personal security or vessel security? Our operators are standing by, ready to answer your every question.