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Gamma Seal Lids

Published on April 22, 2013; last updated on January 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need a large air- and watertight storage container? Keep dog food, cat litter, spare baking supplies and more in heavy-duty buckets and storage bins, yet easily accessible with Gamma Lids. [More] Gamma Seal Lids

Govino Unbreakable Wine Glasses

Published on April 10, 2013; last updated on August 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

The GoVino wine glasses have their good points and bad points. Are they right for you? [More] Govino Unbreakable Wine Glasses

Flashlights That Work When You Need Them To

Published on April 5, 2013; last updated on July 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Flashlights are critical gear on boats for finding what’s in the back corner of the locker, checking where that strange noise is coming from and so much more. We went through a bunch before finding ones that just worked! [More] Flashlights That Work When You Need Them To

A Microwave on the Boat?

Published on April 1, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three things to consider in deciding whether to put a microwave on your boat . . . and every boat will put different weights on them. [More] A Microwave on the Boat?

Aeropress Coffee Maker

Published on March 30, 2013; last updated on October 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

No electricity needed, no glass and great coffee — what could be better for mornings on the boat? [More] Aeropress Coffee Maker

Vino2Go — a sippy cup for wine

Published on March 23, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Combining a sippy cup with an unbreakable wine glass, Vino2Go is another great wine glass option for boaters! [More] Vino2Go — a sippy cup for wine

Twist Whisk

Published on March 18, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Like to use a whisk but trying to find a way to store it in a drawer? And what about getting it truly clean when washing by hand — and not wanting to use 5 gallons of water? This ingenious design solves the problems! [More] Twist Whisk

One Sink or Two?

Published on March 8, 2013; last updated on May 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are double sinks best on a boat? Is there really an advantage? [More] One Sink or Two?

Cooler/Carrier for White Wine

Published on February 22, 2013; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

An easy way to keep your boxed wine chilled without taking the cardboard box aboard your boat — great in the cockpit, at a beach barbecue or for a potluck! [More] Cooler/Carrier for White Wine

Storage Containers

Published on February 11, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Another good choice for plastic storage containers, particularly if you’re not crossing oceans and don’t need the added protection that locking lids give. [More] Storage Containers

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