Everyone wants to know what to offer for a boat that they want to buy. Rather than a rule of thumb, here are 8 things to take into consideration.
Buying a Boat
Thinking of buying a cruising boat? Whether for weekends on the lake or a trip around the world, there's a lot to think about.
Here you'll find info on everything from where to start in the buying process to naming your boat and learning her systems.
🎧What Does It Cost to Cruise?
Want to go cruising but wonder if you can really afford it? In this podcast, I discuss a number of factors that will affect the bottom line and talk about some common pitfalls in the budgeting process.
Electric Windlass as a Safety Feature
Electric windlasses aren’t cheap and require attention to detail in their installation, but provide important safety benefits.
Project Boat for a First Boat
Project boats are sooo tempting. They seem like an inexpensive way to get into boating. Truth is, they’re likely to end up being more expensive . . . and you won’t be out on the water!
Real-Life Monohull Galley Storage
How do real-life cruisers store their galley equipment and supplies on a monohull? Photos from a Caliber 40.
Real-Life Galley Storage
What do galley storage areas on a boat look like in real life? A photo tour of the lockers on our boat just as they really are!
🎧Galley Design
Listen in for three important things to look at in the galley when buying a boat. These are hard to change!
🎧The Need for Checking Instrument Accuracy
We rely on our instruments for accurate information. But do you know if they REALLY were set up correctly? Ours weren’t!
🎧Choosing a Boat Name
Your new boat needs a name . . . is there anything you should consider? Listen in to a story of living with a less-than-great name for our first boat, and how we chose the name for our second boat!
🎧Your First Night Aboard
You’re so excited — time for your first night on the boat. What do need? Do you need to buy anything?
