From lending an ear to lending a home, we’ve been lucky with our support system. [More] Nobody Does It Alone

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From lending an ear to lending a home, we’ve been lucky with our support system. [More] Nobody Does It Alone
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Sun can destroy the displays on your cockpit microphone or other gear. Here’s how to protect them. [More] How to Keep your Displays Safe from Sun
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We recently upgraded our solar. Here’s what we chose and why. [More] Installing Solar Panels – Our Choices
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Building our own stack pack involved a lot of creativity and decisions [More] Contemplating the Stack Pack
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Forgetting what you did before leaving the boat can lead to expensive mistakes. Here’s how to avoid it. [More] How to Remember How You Left the Boat
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When you’re a newbie cruiser, it can be tempting to travel in a group. But is buddy boating the safest option? [More] Buddy Boating – Is it a Good Idea?
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Heck with going stern to stem. This time, we’re focusing on specifics. [More] Yet Another List of Boat Projects
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An engine fire could have been a fatal disaster. Here’s what we did right. And what you need to know. [More] Fire Onboard! What You Need to Know
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If you’re a new cruiser or buying an older boat, you may have some challenges insuring your boat. Here’s what you need to know. [More] Boat Insurance Pitfalls
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Who is more relevant for cruising information–the old-time cruisers or today’s YouTube stars? And does it matter? [More] Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
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