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.

Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance Refrigerator

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on March 31, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

The Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance uses less energy and needs defrosting less often than the Cruise 130 Classic. Learn all the improvements here. [More] Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance Refrigerator

Running Regular Appliances on Your Boat

Published on January 4, 2019; last updated on April 5, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn how to use an inverter to run normal electric appliances on your boat, even when you’re not connected to shore power. [More] Running Regular Appliances on Your Boat

Boat Wiring Tools

Published on December 29, 2018; last updated on September 20, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wire crimpers, strippers, cutters, connectors and shrink tubing are essential boat wiring tools. How to choose ones that are easy to use and will last years [More] Boat Wiring Tools

Saving Electronics from Thunderstorms

Published on December 28, 2018; last updated on December 28, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to save handheld electronics — GPS, VHF, cell phone, iPad, laptop, camera and more — from lightning strikes using your oven or microwave. [More] Saving Electronics from Thunderstorms

Ship’s Clock and Barometer for Our Boat Renovation

Published on December 27, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn what was important in buying a new clock and barometer as part of our boat’s interior renovation and how to keep the brass from tarnishing. [More] Ship’s Clock and Barometer for Our Boat Renovation

11 Great Gifts for Cruisers

Published on November 19, 2018; last updated on November 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Coming up with great gifts for someone who is downsizing or already living aboard their boat can be tough. Eleven things that will be truly appreciated. [More] 11 Great Gifts for Cruisers

Storms at Sea

Published on November 11, 2018; last updated on October 31, 2018 by Lin Pardey

What does it feel like offshore when winds top 50 knots? We’ll tell you, review some common heavy weather equipment, and share ideas for coping. [More] Storms at Sea

Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

Published on October 24, 2018; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

If there’s a problem on your boat, you need to know about it right away. A bilge alarm is one tool to give you an early warning. Learn more here. [More] Why Have a Bilge Alarm?

Planning Boat Systems and Spares

Published on October 19, 2018; last updated on October 11, 2018 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn to choose the RIGHT spares to have on your boat, along with how to design truly redundant back-up systems. [More] Planning Boat Systems and Spares

Electronic Flares

Published on October 15, 2018; last updated on August 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Better, safer and cheaper in the long run — learn all the reasons you should ditch burning flares for an electronic one. [More] Electronic Flares

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