The hidden costs of buying a boat can add up fast. Here are a few things you’ll need to consider before buying a cruising boat.
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Chafe Gear for Boats
Good chafe gear can be the difference between your boat staying put or going for a ride. Learn what you need to know to protect your lines against chafe.
What Repairs Do You Make Now? What Can Wait?
Cruising means you have a long to do list for repairs–all the time. But do you really need to spend ALL your time doing boat maintenance?
🎧How to Reduce Windage on Your Boat
When a hurricane is coming, reducing windage is a vital task. Here’s what to remove or tie down.
Installing Solar Panels – Our Choices
We recently upgraded our solar. Here’s what we chose and why.
Boat Insurance Pitfalls
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.
The New Year – Bringing Your Dream Closer
The New Year is when many of us look forward. If your future includes a cruising dream, here are some ways to make progress toward your goal.
🎧(Re)Learning Weather Lessons
It’s easy to try to read what you want to in a weather forecast. It’s better not to.
Managing Surgery When You Live on a Boat
When liveaboards need surgery, there’s a lot to think about. Learn from our experience when Dave got his hip replaced.
Preparing For Those Winter North Winds
Even when your boat is in a warm climate, you need to be prepared for a winter storm. Here’s what we do when a norther passes over our location.