Don’t assume your instruments — particularly the depth sounder — are set up correctly. Ours weren’t and it took us a while to realize it.
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.
The Learning Curve
Just starting boating or cruising and feeling overwhelmed by everything there is to learn? There are ways to make it easier!
Why You Need To Check Boat Safety Gear
It’s important to regularly check boat safety gear to ensure that it will work if you ever need it. Your life might depend on it!
Our Gemini Catamaran
The pros and cons of our Gemini catamaran (105M) as a full-time cruising sailboat in the Florida Keys and the Bahamas for a couple.
What Size Holding Tank Should You Have on a Boat?
Marinas and mooring fields offer once-a-week pumpouts. But how many boats have a large enough holding tank that they can go a week of full-time use?
DIY Boat Name Lettering
Doing the design and installation work on our DIY vinyl boat name lettering was easier than we expected and VERY cost-effective!
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.
Galley Design Issues on a Catamaran
There are lots of options for the galley when you buy a catamaran — this guest post by Estelle Cockcroft of Catamaran Guru tells what she likes and why.
Coast Guard Regulations for Boaters
Know the regulations and make sure you’re in compliance. Be sure to check state regs, too!
Tips for Selling a Boat
Dos and don’ts for taking great boat photos that will get the right people to look at the boat.