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Recommendations and gear buying tips for all the non-galley "stuff" that goes on the boat: anchors, lights, bedding, tools and so much more.

How To Choose Bottom Paint

Published on August 24, 2018; last updated on June 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s the best bottom paint for your boat? Lots of things go into determining that, and what works well for your buddy might not be right for you. Everything you need to know. [More] How To Choose Bottom Paint

Tips for Going to a Boat Show

Published on August 17, 2018; last updated on March 31, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

How can you make the most of your time at a boat show? Learn how to make a plan for the show so that you do everything you want.

How can you make the most of your time at a boat show? Learn how to make a plan for the show so that you do everything you want. [More] Tips for Going to a Boat Show

How can you make the most of your time at a boat show? Learn how to make a plan for the show so that you do everything you want.

Magma Newport II Infrared Grill Review

Published on August 13, 2018; last updated on June 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

A boat grill is not cheap, and I'd resisted buying a good one. When I finally bought the Magma Newport II Infrared, I couldn't believe how much better it was!

A boat grill is not cheap, and I’d resisted buying a good one. When I finally bought the Magma Newport II Infrared, I couldn’t believe how much better it was! [More] Magma Newport II Infrared Grill Review

A boat grill is not cheap, and I'd resisted buying a good one. When I finally bought the Magma Newport II Infrared, I couldn't believe how much better it was!

Can You Buy Safety?

Published on August 5, 2018; last updated on September 21, 2018 by Lin Pardey

Every potential blue water voyaqger, every sailor who wants to go beyond the sight of land is faced with the need to evaluate which, use it only in emergency, gear they should carry.

Every potential blue water voyager, every sailor who wants to go beyond the sight of land is faced with the need to evaluate which, use it only in emergency, gear they should carry. [More] Can You Buy Safety?

Every potential blue water voyaqger, every sailor who wants to go beyond the sight of land is faced with the need to evaluate which, use it only in emergency, gear they should carry.

Rainman Watermaker Review

Published on July 30, 2018; last updated on April 30, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

What you need to know if you're considering a Rainman watermaker. Is it the best watermaker for you?

What you need to know if you’re considering a Rainman watermaker. Is it the best watermaker for you? [More] Rainman Watermaker Review

What you need to know if you're considering a Rainman watermaker. Is it the best watermaker for you?

What Type of Dinghy?

Published on June 26, 2018; last updated on July 30, 2018 by Nica Waters

The one constant on a cruising boat is that you need a dinghy. What kind to get has all kinds of answers. Nica shares their thought process as over the years, the kind of dinghy they want has changed.

The one constant on a cruising boat is that you need a dinghy. What kind to get has all kinds of answers. Nica shares their thought process as over the years, the kind of dinghy they want has changed. [More] What Type of Dinghy?

The one constant on a cruising boat is that you need a dinghy. What kind to get has all kinds of answers. Nica shares their thought process as over the years, the kind of dinghy they want has changed.

Grilling Aboard

Published on June 19, 2018; last updated on December 5, 2018 by Nica Waters

Outdoor cooking is great, and what's more natural than grilling on your boat? In this episode, Nica Waters tells of her favorite grilling gear.

Outdoor cooking is great, and what’s more natural than grilling on your boat? In this episode, Nica Waters tells of her favorite grilling gear. [More] Grilling Aboard

Outdoor cooking is great, and what's more natural than grilling on your boat? In this episode, Nica Waters tells of her favorite grilling gear.

Monitoring Batteries

Published on June 8, 2018; last updated on February 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Knowing the amps in and out of your batteries is the first step to having plenty of power aboard. Installing a battery monitor is a fairly simple DIY project.

Knowing the amps in and out of your batteries is the first step to having plenty of power aboard. Installing a battery monitor is a fairly simple DIY project. [More] Monitoring Batteries

Knowing the amps in and out of your batteries is the first step to having plenty of power aboard. Installing a battery monitor is a fairly simple DIY project.

Redundancy and Back-Up Systems

Published on May 28, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you decide what back-up systems and components you need on your boat. Here's the framework we use.

How do you decide what back-up systems and components you need on your boat. Here’s the framework we use. [More] Redundancy and Back-Up Systems

How do you decide what back-up systems and components you need on your boat. Here's the framework we use.

Three Reasons to Go to a Boat Show

Published on May 15, 2018; last updated on July 30, 2018 by Nica Waters

Thinking a boat show is only good if you’re shopping for a new boat? Nica outlines 3 OTHER reasons going to a show is worth your time and energy. Hope to see you in Annapolis in the fall! [More] Three Reasons to Go to a Boat Show

Thinking a boat show is only good if you’re shopping for a new boat? Nica outlines 3 OTHER reasons going to a show is worth your time and energy. Hope to see you in Annapolis in the fall!
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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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Why You Need A Silicone Dish Mat

July 1, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

It contains water. And it handles hot pans. It’s the perfect galley accessory. [More] Why You Need A Silicone Dish Mat

What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

June 29, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

If you have to leave your boat, do you have a boat watcher keeping an eye on it? Or are you watching someone else’s boat for them? Here’s what you need to know. [More] What Does a Boat Watcher Do?

Homemade Granola

June 28, 2022 By Nica Waters

A quick granola recipe that’s fabulous for life afloat.
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