CLARKS Knowledge Box

No matter how experienced you are, there is always more to learn about boating, so to help out we’ve assembled some of the world’s top experts in subjects ranging from engine protection and race training to winch maintenance and how to be an instructor. There really will be something for everyone.

Plus we’ll have some of the stars of the boating world ready to tell their stories and answer your questions..

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There's over 50 speakers
All talks are FREE of charge to Show visitors
Head over to stand G106, located in the North Hall to listen and learn from the professionals

Here is a preview of knowledge box talks

Tony Brooks WILL APPEAR for 2012!

Avoiding Electrical Problems - We will:

Look at how to identify and avoid the “hidden” problem of voltdrop and the problems it causes.
Carry out the calculations to ensure the battery bank, the electrical load and charging regime and system are tolerably well matched.
Discuss battery type selection and how batteries may be tested.

Tony will be available after the talk to discuss individual’s problems on any mechanical/electrical maintenance topic.

The Diesel System - We will:

Have a brief overview of the diesel fuel system.
Discuss its maintenance and how to minimise the problems of diesel bug.
Look at recent problems that seem to relate to certain additives and fuel containing bio-diesel
Update the advice I gave last year.

Tony will be available after the talk to discuss individual’s problems on any mechanical/electrical maintenance topic.

New for 2012 - Cookery Demonstrations!

'Michelin starred chef Adam Gray and sailing cookery author Janet Buckingham will be rustling up some fantastic and quick meals that can be prepared in all sizes of galley. Whether on short day trips or crossing oceans, these great, simple fresh meals will inspire and sustain you. Whether you are on a sailing yacht or a motor boat, these simple recipe ideas are not to be missed'.

Julian Kimberley Sailing Today Magazine's cookery author & Director of GN Espace Galley Solutions, who is competing in this year's Atlantic ARC event, will also be explaining how to keep fresh food fresh for long periods at sea, so that you can enjoy fresh home from home cooking on board, no matter how far you plan to travel.