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Cruising Readiness All-Access Pass

Published on April 29, 2026; last updated on April 30, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Everything you need to know to live on a boat

Course bundle: All 11 Boat Galley courses for one low price — from Dreamer to Cruiser to Hurricane Prep to Bahamas, plus Provisioning, Storage, the Tiny Fridge, Boat Dog, Small Budget Cruising, VHF, Unwritten Rules, and the Uncertain Cruiser. Save $300+ vs. buying individually.

Cruise Farther, Spend Less

Published on April 29, 2026; last updated on April 30, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Trawler at anchor towing a dinghy - boat insurance: hull values and premiums

Online course: You don’t have to be rich to go cruising. Practical guidance for budget-conscious cruisers — which boat, which systems, how to save underway, and how to bring in income while you do it.

Deciding Not to Buy a Boat – What are the Deal Killers?

Published on April 23, 2026; last updated on April 27, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Couple inspecting sails on a boat - deal killers when buying a boat

What has you deciding not to buy a boat? In other words, a deal killer? Here are some thoughts to consider.

Pre-Purchase Boat Survey: A Buyer’s Guide

Published on April 15, 2026; last updated on April 28, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Pre-purchase boat survey report cover with a sailboat hauled in the slings at a boatyard for inspection.

Before you sign the papers on a used boat, here’s what a pre-purchase survey actually does and how to get the most from it.

A Project Boat for a First Boat? Why It’s Usually a Trap

Published on March 11, 2026; last updated on March 18, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sailboat on stands in a boatyard under a tarp, out of the water and waiting for repairs

That cheap boat looks like a bargain. Here’s the real story before you commit.

10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

Published on March 5, 2026; last updated on April 18, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock/Rick Marcarelli

Ten small catamarans for cruisers under 38 feet compared by specs, price, and availability

Not all cruising cats are mega-charter boats. Here are 10 smaller, more affordable options worth a serious look.

Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

Published on January 8, 2026; last updated on February 10, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A bilge alarm tells you immediately if you have a problem and may even save your boat.

Check Handholds When Buying a Boat

Published on November 20, 2025; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sailboat Interior - Check for handholds when buying a boat

Remember to check handholds when buying a boat. The number and placement will be what keeps you safe underway. Here’s what you need to know.

An Easy Maintenance Boat: What to Look For Before You Buy

Published on June 19, 2025; last updated on April 27, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Person working on rigging at the top of a sailboat mast, doing maintenance high above the deck

Whether a boat is easy to maintain comes down to access. Most buyers don’t think to check until they own it. Here’s what to look for before you do.

🎧Roam Device Review – Monitor Your Boat from Afar

Published on June 7, 2025; last updated on June 28, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock/John Herlig

Power boat with inset of Roam Device and phone with app open

John Herlig did a Roam Device review. Learn what he found installing it on his boat. And how he used it to keep track of his boat while away.

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