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Boat Water Filtering

Published on July 20, 2020; last updated on December 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Bad-tasting water from your boat’s tank? Filter it! Three suggested ways to do it, with the pros and cons of each. [More] Boat Water Filtering

Galley Equipment Buying Guide

Published on July 16, 2020; last updated on June 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

13 important things to consider when buying anything for your galley – price isn’t the only consideration! [More] Galley Equipment Buying Guide

Using Dehydrated Food

Published on March 28, 2020; last updated on June 29, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

What I do and don’t like about cooking with dehydrated meats and veggies after four months of doing so — plus tips for better results! [More] Using Dehydrated Food

10 Things for Better Cruising in Chilly Weather

Published on November 23, 2019; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boating in cool weather can be enjoyable with these ten things to stay warm while cruising! [More] 10 Things for Better Cruising in Chilly Weather

PowerMax: Customer Service Above and Beyond

Published on April 24, 2019; last updated on January 31, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

PowerMax chargers are solid chargers at an affordable “non-marine\” price. When I recently had a problem with ours, their customer service blew me away! [More] PowerMax: Customer Service Above and Beyond

GPS to Wifi iPad for Aqua Map – Under $10

Published on April 15, 2019; last updated on April 1, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Step-by-step how to use your phone’s GPS information on a wifi-only iPad (without GPS) with AquaMap. Cost: less than $10 vs. $100 for external GPS. [More] GPS to Wifi iPad for Aqua Map – Under $10

Blue Water Women

Published on April 3, 2019; last updated on July 5, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wondering where to even start in thinking about cruising? Got doubts and fears? Check out Gina de Vere’s new book, Blue Water Women. [More] Blue Water Women

A Manual Juicer–Great For a Boat

Published on March 30, 2019; last updated on August 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock/Molly Eberhare

Yes, you can juice fruits and vegetables on a boat. And without electricity!

Yes, you can juice fruits and vegetables on a boat. And without electricity! [More] A Manual Juicer–Great For a Boat

Urine Digester

Published on March 20, 2019; last updated on September 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Urine Digester is a bio-enzymatic liquid that you add to the pee container for composting toilets. Better than vinegar for eliminating odors and deposits.

Urine Digester is a bio-enzymatic liquid that you add to the pee container for composting toilets. Better than vinegar for eliminating odors and deposits. [More] Urine Digester

Spotless Stainless

Published on March 18, 2019; last updated on June 30, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Spotless Stainless is a dead-easy way to clean your stainless. Brush it on, wait, rinse it off. It’s that simple. Seriously. [More] Spotless Stainless

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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Sandpaper 101

May 17, 2022 By Nica Waters

Sandpaper basics to help you choose the right kind for the job. [More] Sandpaper 101

Best Tips for Cruising Eleuthera

May 13, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Planning a visit to Eleuthera? Check out one cruiser’s tips to get the most from your visit.  [More] Best Tips for Cruising Eleuthera

How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

May 11, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Can you get enough internet to work from a boat? Sure, I do. Here are a few tips on how we make it work.  [More] How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

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