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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.

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🎧Communications On Board – an interview

Published on May 21, 2019; last updated on May 23, 2023 by Nica Waters

I talk with Devon and Rich from Sea-Tech Systems about business on board, systems integration of our communications devices, and more!

PowerMax: Customer Service Above and Beyond

Published on April 24, 2019; last updated on January 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

PowerMax chargers are solid chargers at an affordable “non-marine\” price. When I recently had a problem with ours, their customer service blew me away!

Sport-A-Seat

Published on April 13, 2019; last updated on October 2, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Instead of custom cockpit cushions, we got Sport-a-Seats. More comfortable, easier to keep clean, easy to take ashore and a LOT less expensive! Read all about them and get a discount code.

🎧Gift Ideas For Those Dreaming of Cruising

Published on March 5, 2019; last updated on January 10, 2025 by Nica Waters

The last thing a cruiser needs is more stuff. Except stuff they need. What might they need? Here are some ideas you might never have thought of!

Rainman Watermakers 2019 Models

Published on January 30, 2019; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Rainman Watermakers 2019 models are smaller and lighter, yet make 7 to 37 GPH of fresh drinking water from sea water. Details, review & special offer here.

Isotherm Cruise 130 Elegance Refrigerator

Published on January 8, 2019; last updated on January 28, 2026 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.

Boat Wiring Tools

Published on December 29, 2018; last updated on January 1, 2026 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

🎧 Saving Electronics from Thunderstorms

Published on December 28, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 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.

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.

Great Gifts for Cruisers

Published on November 19, 2018; last updated on February 2, 2026 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.