The pros and cons of our Gemini catamaran (105M) as a full-time cruising sailboat in the Florida Keys and the Bahamas for a couple.
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Lip Care
After trying a number of products to heal and protect Dave’s lips, this is what finally worked. Highly recommended!
Add a Removable Counter
So you’ve already made sink & stove covers to create more counter space, but still need more. Or you need space when – gasp – you’re using your stove and sink. Easy DIY project!
DIY Non Skid Paint
Thinking about painting your decks with non-skid paint? Got questions? Or have you done it and have words of advice? Readers share their expertise!
Where Gunk Collects
A hidden low spot for dirt and liquids to collect. And boy, they have!
Solar Upgrade
We did a major upgrade on our solar charging and we now live almost totally on solar power. Here’s what we did (mostly DIY) and the cost.
Stop Rattling Doors on a Boat
Got a door that rattles when underway — or even when a wave hits at anchor? How we stopped one that drove us nuts!
Luci Lights
Really bright solar lights that are perfect as dinghy lights, in the cockpit, emergency anchor lights and more!
Clever Crates
Crates are great for storage on the boat . . . when you need them. When you don’t, the space they take up is annoying. Here’s a solution.
Don’t Lose the Winch Parts!
Taking apart a winch can be downright scary — what if you lose one of the pieces? Keep things together with this tip.