We’ve learned to ALWAYS have back up plans. If we’re lucky, we don’t need them. But sometimes we do . . .
Outboard Won’t Start: What to Check First
Most outboard starting problems have a simple fix — if you know what to check. Here’s the beginner-friendly checklist to get you home.
Sailing in Your 70s: What It Really Takes to Go Cruising as You Age
Wondering if you’re too old to start cruising, or too old to keep going? Here’s the honest answer from someone who did it.
Is Your Lifesling Ready For Use? Are you SURE?
Someday, your life or the life of someone you love may depend on a Lifesling. How to make sure it will deploy correctly.
Water Usage on a Boat
How much water do cruisers typically use? And how do they use it? Here’s what you need to know before you head out on a longer trip!
Sailing in Hurricane Season: Is It Safe?
The internet says don’t. We did it for 17 years, from Mexico to the Bahamas. Here’s how we made it work.
Electric Windlass as a Safety Feature
Electric windlasses aren’t cheap and require attention to detail in their installation, but provide important safety benefits.
Working While Cruising
Working while cruising works — but the tradeoffs are real, and the time to think them through is before you go, not after.
Prepping for the Bahamas
Taking your boat to cruise the Bahamas? We have a general guide, a behind-the-scenes look at our prep, and other resources to help.
How to Get Your Prescriptions While Cruising
Worried your daily meds will derail your cruising plans? Here’s how liveaboards actually handle prescription refills, at home and abroad.