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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.

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11 Great Gifts for Cruisers

Published on November 19, 2018; last updated on March 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Great Gifts for Cruisers

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.

🎧Storms at Sea

Published on November 11, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Lin Pardey

Learn what big storms feel like and gain some skills for coping with them before you go offshore.

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.

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.

🎧Planning Boat Systems and Spares

Published on October 19, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn to choose the RIGHT spares to have on your boat, along with how to design truly redundant back-up systems.

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.

A Better Propane Regulator

Published on September 19, 2018; last updated on November 9, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat propane regulator

A propane regulator that extends off the tank is just a leak waiting to happen. Here’s a better regulator installation that’s an easy DIY project.

🎧How To Choose Bottom Paint

Published on August 24, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 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.

🎧Tips for Going to a Boat Show

Published on August 17, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 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.

Magma Newport II Infrared Grill Review

Published on August 13, 2018; last updated on March 31, 2025 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!

🎧Can You Buy Safety?

Published on August 5, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 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.

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