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Shopping for Boat Parts in Foreign Countries
Don’t assume you’ll be able to pick out the right parts by sight!
Cleaning the Burners on a Boat Stove
Equipment that’s hard to clean will just lead to problems down the line.
Making Space in the Galley
Choosing your cooking tools with an eye to what you really need . . .
Dirt from the Boat Yard
Life in a boat yard can be pretty dirty. Tips for keeping it out of the boat.
Life in the Boat Yard
How to avoid those middle of the night trips down the ladder to the bathroom . . .
Boat Life: How to Unstick Zippers
My old dirty salt encrusted daypack looks new again and ALL the zippers work perfectly!
Galley Design & Choices
Looking for a new (or new-to-you) boat? You use the galley multiple times a day, so think a bit about your preferences.
Easier Dinghy Cleaning
Over the years we’ve learned several “tricks” to make cleaning the dinghy a bit easier. Here’s one from when we were living on a small lake!
Non-Slip Rugs for a Boat
Don’t worry about trying to find a rug you like with a rubber non-slip back, or the right size (and expensive) non-slip mat to put under it. A trip to the fabric store will make any rug non-slip!