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Info, buying guides and recommended products to help you buy the perfect boat and everything for it, no matter your budget or cruising style. Learn more about:

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Buying a Boat? Two Things to Think About Early

Published on March 16, 2022; last updated on March 15, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Buying a boat? Don’t forget to consider these 2 important things early in the process. [More] Buying a Boat? Two Things to Think About Early

Coast Guard Documentation – Need to Knows

Published on December 8, 2021; last updated on December 8, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is your boat documented by the Coast Guard? Should it be? Here’s what you need to know about documenting your cruising boat. [More] Coast Guard Documentation – Need to Knows

Don’t Forget to Budget for Spares

Published on November 3, 2021; last updated on November 2, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Budgeting to buy a new boat? Don’t forget to consider the spare parts you’ll need. The price adds up. Here’s how much spare parts could be worth. [More] Don’t Forget to Budget for Spares

Do You Always Need to Buy Marine Gear?

Published on October 27, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Marine gear is pricey. Do you always have to buy expensive marine products for your boat? [More] Do You Always Need to Buy Marine Gear?

10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

Published on January 23, 2021; last updated on February 10, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock/Rick Marcarelli

Looking for a simple, affordable, and comfortable cruising boat? An overview and comparison of 10 of the most popular small catamarans. [More] 10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

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

ugo Waterproof Tablet Case

Published on January 6, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Protect your electronic devices with the ugo waterproof tablet case. You can still use the device while it’s in the case! [More] ugo Waterproof Tablet Case

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

Sport-A-Seat

Published on April 13, 2019; last updated on October 2, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Instead of custom cockpit cushions, we got Sport-a-Seats. More comfortable, easier to keep clean, easy to take ashore and a LOT less expensive! Read all about them and get a discount code. [More] Sport-A-Seat

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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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How to Use a MOB AIS/DSC Locator

August 19, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

A MOB locator with AIS can make recovering crew overboard much easier. Here’s how it works.  [More] How to Use a MOB AIS/DSC Locator

How to Build Your Cruising Skill Set

August 17, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Just how do you gain all the skills you need to be a successful cruiser? Well, it starts with knowing what skills you need to build the most… [More] How to Build Your Cruising Skill Set

Simple Exercises to do Onboard

August 16, 2022 By Nica Waters

Hoping to stay fit while living (and cruising on a small boat)? Here are 3 easy exercises to try.  [More] Simple Exercises to do Onboard

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