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Inexpensive DIY Cockpit Enclosure

October 28, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

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How to make an affordable boat cockpit enclosure. Mine cost just $550 vs. a $10K estimate from a canvas shop! [More] Inexpensive DIY Cockpit Enclosure

Looking For Hard-to-Find Boat Parts?

August 17, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock/Doug McQuilken

Frustrated looking for boat parts? There’s a new search tool that makes it easier. And more affordable too. Click to learn how. [More] Looking For Hard-to-Find Boat Parts?

One Careless Moment

April 22, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

One careless moment caused a boat fire. What happened, what we did wrong and what we did right. A chilling story of an almost-disaster. [More] One Careless Moment

GPS to Wifi iPad for AquaMap – Under $10

April 15, 2019 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 AquaMap – Under $10

Switching from Ablative to Hard Bottom Paint

March 25, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Why we switched from ablative to hard bottom paint on our cruising sailboat, the alternative procedures for doing so and what it cost. [More] Switching from Ablative to Hard Bottom Paint

Spotless Stainless

March 18, 2019 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.

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

Feeling Stupid

March 6, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Feeling stupid. Boat work and the cruising life can do that to you. The lessons we learned as well as how to move on and regain confidence. [More] Feeling Stupid

Tips for Hauling Out Your Boat

February 27, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

If hauling out your boat is a new experience, read these tips to make it easier and less stressful. 19 things you need to know! [More] Tips for Hauling Out Your Boat

Lithium Batteries on a Boat

January 16, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

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Lithium batteries are a big upgrade on any boat. Are they worth the price? What advantages do they offer? Review and comparison to lead-acid batteries. [More] Lithium Batteries on a Boat

Ship’s Clock and Barometer for Our Boat Renovation

December 27, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn what was important in buying a new clock and barometer as part of our boat’s interior renovation and how to keep the brass from tarnishing. [More] Ship’s Clock and Barometer for Our Boat Renovation

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 12 years and 11,000 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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Treat Your Family Like Crew

December 7, 2019 By Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela Douglas Webster

Worried about conflict while cruising on a boat with your family? Here’s how to communicate better by treating each other like crew. [More] Treat Your Family Like Crew

How To Buy Your Perfect Cruising Boat

December 6, 2019 By Carolyn Shearlock

Some wannabe cruisers search a long time to find just the perfect boat. But how do you find the boat that will get you out on the water soonest? [More] How To Buy Your Perfect Cruising Boat

Grieving and Celebrating

December 5, 2019 By Nica Waters

Dropping a kid off at college is both an end and a beginning, for all of us. Learn why that matters to cruising.  [More] Grieving and Celebrating

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