There’s so much to remember on a boat. All the settings, what’s what. We don’t even try to remember it all . . . [More] Operational Info
Easy Boat Improvements
Simple projects to make major improvements on your boat.
Maybe not "forever" solutions but quick (and generally inexpensive) ways to get an 80% improvement and make your time aboard more enjoyable.
Cockpit Mic Cover
Don’t let sunlight ruin the display on your cockpit VHF microphone! Five minute DIY project to protect your investment. [More] Cockpit Mic Cover
Improving Boat Ventilation
Listen in for 5 ways we significantly improved our boat’s ventilation, making it much nicer to live at anchor during the hot months! [More] Improving Boat Ventilation
Easy Storage Drawers
An easy, lightweight and economical way to organize storage areas on a catamaran [More] Easy Storage Drawers
The Cost of an O-Ring
A minutely cracked o-ring in the deck fuel fill cost us dearly. Don’t make the same mistake. [More] The Cost of an O-Ring
Got Clothes Hooks but No Loops in Your Clothes?
Thin little clothes hooks sometimes fit where nothing else will, but if your clothes don’t have a hang loop, the hook can poke a hole. Dave had a simple solution! [More] Got Clothes Hooks but No Loops in Your Clothes?
Easy Fix for Scratched Teak
An easy way to fix a scratch in wood without totally refinishing the area [More] Easy Fix for Scratched Teak
Easy Way to Prevent Line Fraying
It only takes a minute (or less) to have ends that don’t fray. A step-by-step how to with tips for great results. [More] Easy Way to Prevent Line Fraying
Solar Lights Failing?
Have a solar light or fan that’s just not working well . . . or at all? Maybe the problem isn’t in the device, but in the battery. [More] Solar Lights Failing?
LED Bulbs for Our Nav Lights
Want to change your boat’s navigation lights to LED bulbs? Confused about where you should use cool white, warm white or colored bulbs? Here are the answers. [More] LED Bulbs for Our Nav Lights