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An Affordable Diesel Heater to Warm Your Boat

Published on January 15, 2024; last updated on March 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock/Wally Moran

Cold boat? One cruiser switched from propane to diesel and never looked back — here’s the full story.

Choosing Boat Rugs

Published on December 6, 2023; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What makes good boat rugs? How long will they last? Is it worthwhile to pay a little more for better rugs? Here’s my experience and what I consider.

Aquabot

Published on November 29, 2023; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want a small pressure sprayer? Say to do dishes, wash off feet or snorkel gear, or rinse veggies? The Aquabot is the answer.

How to Choose a Water Filter for Your Boat

Published on August 17, 2023; last updated on March 22, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Three of the six water filter cartridges used on boats

Not all boat water filters do the same thing — here’s how to pick the right one for drinking water, your watermaker, and more.

What Size Dinghy Outboard Engine Do You Need?

Published on June 7, 2023; last updated on March 9, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

outboard dinghy engine

What size dinghy outboard outboard engine is best for you? Here are a few pros and cons for every cruiser to consider.

Guide to Buying Solar Panels

Published on May 24, 2023; last updated on May 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When buying solar panels how do you decide? It comes down to a few factors that determine how much power you can get for what cost.

Catamaran vs. Monohull: A Real-World Comparison for Cruisers

Published on May 17, 2023; last updated on April 19, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Catamarans and monohulls anchored side by side in a tropical harbor

Owned a monohull. Owned a cat. Here’s what nobody tells you about the real tradeoffs between the two.

Four Pieces of Useful Boat Gear (no one notices)

Published on April 12, 2023; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sometimes the most useful boat gear are the things most visitors never notice. Here are our 4 faves. They just work.

Dry Bags

Published on January 4, 2023; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Dry bags are almost essential gear on a cruising boat. We’ve never had water damage anything in the dinghy!

Solar Generator for Your Boats? Or Solar Panels?

Published on September 14, 2022; last updated on May 8, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Should you get a solar generator for your boat? Or is there a better option?

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