Buying a Boat & Gear for It

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Best Pots and Pans for Small Spaces

Published on December 31, 2018; last updated on March 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Nesting pots and pans are great for boats, RVs, and camping. They take up so little space. Learn what to look for in selecting a truly good nesting cookware set and get my recommendations. I’ve had four different sets, one that was disastrous and three great ones. [More] Best Pots and Pans for Small Spaces

Boat Wiring Tools

Published on December 29, 2018; last updated on September 20, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wire crimpers, strippers, cutters, connectors and shrink tubing are essential boat wiring tools. How to choose ones that are easy to use and will last years [More] Boat Wiring Tools

Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

Published on October 24, 2018; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If there’s a problem on your boat, you need to know about it right away. A bilge alarm is one tool to give you an early warning. Learn more here. [More] Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

Maintain-ability

Published on September 26, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Maintaining your boat is key to enjoying it. Ease of maintenance and access is important is check when looking at boats to buy. [More] Maintain-ability

Snorkeling Gear for a Cruising Boat

Published on September 3, 2018; last updated on September 29, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Snorkeling gear recommendations for masks, fins, snorkel, weights, Lycra, camera, and fish books. Comfortable, budget-friendly and durable choices. [More] Snorkeling Gear for a Cruising Boat

Magma Newport II Infrared Grill Review

Published on August 13, 2018; last updated on June 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

A boat grill is not cheap, and I’d resisted buying a good one. When I finally bought the Magma Newport II Infrared, I couldn’t believe how much better it was! [More] Magma Newport II Infrared Grill Review

Muggi Carrier

Published on August 6, 2018; last updated on August 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Feel like you’re always making multiple trips to carry stuff to the cockpit? You can cut the number drastically with the Muggi. [More] Muggi Carrier

Rainman Watermaker Review

Published on July 30, 2018; last updated on January 26, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

What you need to know if you’re considering a Rainman watermaker. Is it the best watermaker for you? [More] Rainman Watermaker Review

New Boat Checklist

Published on July 18, 2018; last updated on March 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ten documents, legally-required gear and arrangements you must have when you buy a boat. Checklist with exactly how to get each one. [More] New Boat Checklist