I asked TBG readers on Facebook for their recommended vacuum cleaners on their boats. See what they like and why . . . and add your own!
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.
Ten Things That Make Life Aboard a Boat Better
Ten of our favorite items for living on our boat. Life aboard is so much nicer with these — they make reality equal the dream.
Boat Cockpit Light or Night Light
Whether it’s for a romantic evening in the cockpit or a middle-of-the-night trip to the head, sometimes all you want is a little bit of light. Here’s a great solution with no drain on the boat’s power supply, no fire hazard and no heat in the cabin!
Port Visors for Boats
It’s bad enough if it’s raining when you want to be out having fun. But having to close all the portholes on a hot, humid day makes it just that much worse. Here’s an easy way to keep those ports open!
Great Flashlights for Boat Life
Flashlights are critical gear on boats for finding what’s in the back corner of the locker, checking where that strange noise is coming from and so much more. We went through a bunch before finding ones that just worked!
Breeze Booster for Boats
Don’t have a halyard for a “traditional” wind scoop? The Breeze Booster is perfect for motor boats, catamarans and hatches without a nearby halyard!
Testing the Quality of Stainless Boat Gear
How can you test stainless quality on kitchen and galley items when it’s not marked? Actually, it’s easy to avoid the dreaded “rusting stainless!”