Marine product: An inflatable PFD/harness with TeamO’s patented BackTow technology — the only system that keeps you face-up and breathing if you fall overboard while tethered. 170N (38 lb) buoyancy, integrated harness with crotch straps, sprayhood, water-activated light, and inspection window. Offshore model with ProSensor Elite firing head. UK-made.
Personal Gear When Living on a Boat
Everything from towels to clothing to tunes -- boat life makes us view our "stuff" differently.
Find out about little luxuries and things we treasure because they just work so well when living on a boat.
ugo MESSENGER Waterproof Bag for Laptops
Marine product: 100% waterproof laptop messenger bag — fits laptops up to 17″ diagonal, plus mouse, cords, files, and more. Real drysuit zipper, IP68-rated, RF-welded seams. It floats even fully loaded. For dinghy rides, getting on and off the dock, paddleboarding, or anywhere your laptop needs to stay bone dry.
ugo® Waterproof Tablet Cases
Marine product: 100% waterproof tablet case — fits tablets up to 13″ diagonal. Real drysuit zipper, IP68-rated, RF-welded seams. It floats even fully loaded, and the touchscreen works right through the case. For dinghy rides, paddleboarding, navigation in the cockpit, or anywhere your tablet needs to stay bone dry.
Fast Drying Towels
Fast drying towels take up less room and are less stinking than traditional terry towels Here are some great options.
Three Pairs of Shoes
Picking the right boat shoes is an important choice for cruisers. Dave and I each had 3 pairs of shoes on the boat. Here are our choices.
What to Do with Old Photo Albums When Downsizing
A closet full of photo albums and no room to keep them? You can take every last one with you.
🎧Creating Privacy on the Boat
Privacy is in short supply on a boat. Here’s a new way to think about it. And a few ideas to create it.
🎧The Best Boat Slippers
What’s the most important feature of boat slippers? Here are one cruiser’s thoughts–along with her favorite pairs.
Road ID: ID for Boaters Too
If you were sick or injured while ashore, could you share the info first responders need to help you. Road ID can help.
Best Sheets for Boats
Buying sheets for boats can be a nightmare. Here are our suggestions to make this chore easier. And to help you sleep well onboard.