Rescue Tape can stop water pipe and hose leaks, repair high pressure watermaker and hydraulic lines, and more. Learn what it can do and how to use it.
Buying and Using a Boat Oven Thermometer
Need an oven thermometer? Some tips on what to look for and how to place it in the oven for the most accurate results . . . along with a temporary work-around!
Sun Protection That Doesn’t Kill the Coral
How do you protect yourself from the sun without damaging delicate coral? We found two solutions.
Reusable Silicone Covers to Reduce Waste on Board
Reusable silicone covers for partially-used cans, leftovers, and food storage provide a better seal to keep food fresh, plus use less foil and plastic wrap.
Boat Communication Headsets: The Marriage Savers
Good headsets transform the most stressful moments aboard. Here’s why they’re essential gear and what we actually use.
Choosing and Installing a Victron Battery Monitor
Step-by-step instructions with pictures to install a Victron battery monitor, including reasons for having a battery monitor and why we chose this one.
Do You Need a Watermaker?
Do you need a watermaker to go cruising? What are the pros and cons? Things to consider before making a major purchase.
How Much to Offer on a Used Boat
Skip the rule of thumb. Eight factors to weigh before you put a number on the offer sheet.
The Real Costs of Owning a Boat: What the Listing Price Doesn’t Tell You
That listing price is only the beginning. Here are the boat ownership costs many buyers don’t see coming.
TeamO PFD with BackTow
Marine product: An inflatable PFD/harness with TeamO’s patented BackTow technology — the only system that keeps you face-up and breathing if you fall overboard while tethered. 170N (38 lb) buoyancy, integrated harness with crotch straps, sprayhood, water-activated light, and inspection window. Offshore model with ProSensor Elite firing head. UK-made.