After a long winter ashore, the spring boating season is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to start preparing your boat for a safe and enjoyable season on the water.
Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a weekend cruiser, a well-planned spring prep will save you time, reduce stress, and help you make the most of every trip.
Here at Mylor Chandlery & Rigging, we have a checklist to get you ready for sunnier days of smooth sailing.
Before you even think about launching, take the time to give your boat a full once-over.
As one of the largest chandlery & rigging businesses in the South West of England, we recognise the needs of boat owners and offer an extensive range of boating bits.
We offer a wide range of general items for boat care, as well as a wide range of marine cleaners and polishes to help keep your boat in top condition.
Hull & topsides: Look for blisters, cracks, scratches or signs of osmosis. A quick wash and polish helps protect against UV and salt damage.
Deck hardware & fittings: Check cleats, stanchions and deck gear for corrosion and secure attachment.
Rigging: Inspect standing and running rigging, even small signs of wear should be checked by a professional. Recent industry advice emphasises getting expert eyes on your rig early to catch issues before they become serious at sea.
While on board, it is best to ensure your boat is as tidy on the inside as it is on the out. Shop our range of quality deck brushes and cleaning tools, which will help keep your deck clean and tidy.
All of our products are designed to make your life easier when it comes to sprucing up your boat. They are easy to use and extremely efficient.
The Shurhold 8″ Angled Window & Hull Brush is a must-have cleaning tool for boat owners preparing for the season ahead. Designed with premium quality bristles mounted on a hard wooden base, it delivers gentle yet effective cleaning on hulls and windows without scratching gelcoat or glass.
Its angled, side-attached design lets you reach vertical and hard-to-access areas easily, and it’s compatible with any Shurhold SHUR-LOCK handle for quick, secure fitting.
Your engine, steering and safety gear are critical for a trouble-free season on the water.
Engine: Change oil & filters, check belts, hoses and coolant, and run the engine to ensure everything fires up smoothly.
Battery & electrics: Confirm batteries hold charge, clean terminals and test all electronics and navigation supplies.
Safety equipment: Replace out-of-date flares, first aid kits and EPIRBs, and double-check fire extinguishers and lifejackets.
Once the hull is inspected, consider whether you need new antifouling or a full bottom job.
Applying antifouling well ahead of launch helps ensure a smooth, fouling-free season. A quick touch-up with antifouling paint and a good scrub can make all the difference in performance and fuel efficiency.
We offer a great range of antifouling paints from the top names in Yacht and marine boat paints. Our hard antifouling paints offer excellent adhesion properties and high efficiency and they do not degrade with movement, galvanic currents or cavitation.
We also stock fully flexible inflatable boat antifoul paint, which can be used on Hypalon material, non-flexible surfaces such as GRP and rigid-hulled inflatable boats.
Protect your inflatable or RIB through the season with Polymarine SP54 PVC Inflatable Boat Antifouling, a fully flexible, high-performance antifoul specially formulated for PVC material and also suitable for GRP hulls. Its advanced pseudo-organic SP54 technology, enhanced with copper, helps prevent the build-up of algae, barnacles and other marine growth, keeping your hull smooth and free from fouling.
Our International Micron 350 Antifouling Paint is one of our best sellers. Coming in a range of colours, it offers outstanding 2-year protection in all conditions. A new formulation ensures truer colours, while self-polishing copolymer technology delivers consistent performance.
From ropes and rigging equipment, to deck hardware and maintenance products, make sure you have what you need:
Spring can be a busy time at marinas and yards, so booking your haul-out, rigging checks or antifouling well in advance is key.
At Mylor Chandlery & Rigging, we have all you need to ensure you are ready to head back out on the water when the sun is shining.
