Step-by-step instructions with pictures to install a Victron battery monitor, including reasons for having a battery monitor and why we chose this one.
Boat Gear
Recommendations and gear buying tips for all the non-galley "stuff" that goes on the boat: anchors, lights, bedding, tools and so much more.
Quahog Bay Boat Sheets
High quality boat sheets that fit and don’t pull off, without the expense of one-off custom sheets.
Mantus Anchors
Why we chose a Mantus anchor as the primary anchor for Barefoot Gal. Some day, our lives — or at least our boat — may depend on our choice.
Choosing Boat Bottom Paint
What’s the best bottom paint for your boat? How do you decide? What factors are important?
Easy Way to Add a Little Heat on a Boat
Oh, I wish I’d known about this — and had one — BEFORE the first cold snap! Such a great addition to the boat.
No-See-Um Screening for Boats
Bothered by no-see-ums? No-see-um screens will help (although they’ll cut down on ventilation). Here’s where to get the material.
Inexpensive Solar Powered Deck Lighting for Boats
These solar lights are actually made to use on a boat, with mountings that work on stanchions and rails. Really high quality, too!
Protect the Fabric on Your Boat with 303 Fabric Protectant
303 Fabric Guard protects Sunbrella and other fabrics from UV damage — fading and disintegrating — and restores water repellency.
Using Rechargeable Batteries for Boat Equipment
Frustrated that your cordless drill just won’t hold a charge? Or that the batteries in your camera die in the middle of your hike? Before buying replacements, learn a bit about rechargeable batteries.
Best Clothespins for Boats
Typical clothespins rust, break, pop off and stain your laundry. Four alternatives that do better.