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Quick Meal Ideas for Cruisers
Having a quick meal idea on a busy boat day helps cruisers eat well without stress. Here are some of our favorites.
A Project Boat for a First Boat? Why It’s Usually a Trap
That cheap boat looks like a bargain. Here’s the real story before you commit.
Protect Your Boat Electronics from Lightning
A direct lightning strike can wipe out every electronic on your boat. Here’s the simple trick that saved ours.
10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers
Not all cruising cats are mega-charter boats. Here are 10 smaller, more affordable options worth a serious look.
Canned Meat Meal Ideas
Stuck in a canned-meat rut? These 54 ideas will get you cooking real meals again.
How to Get Past New Cruiser Fear?
How do you fight nerves when doing something a little scary? Me? I just fake it . . .
Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat
How to find the cause of a fuel problem on a boat. Symptoms and possible causes, plus step-by-step strategies for finding it.
The Secret to Cruising With Family
What’s the secret of avoiding conflict while cruising with family? Communicate better by treating each other like crew.
Creating and Leaving a Float Plan
A float plan is an important safety item for every boating trip. Learn more, including how to get around the apparent bug in saving the completed form.