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Everything from towels to clothing to tunes -- boat life makes us view our "stuff" differently.

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Fast-Drying Towels

Published on June 28, 2014; last updated on October 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

A great choice for bath towels on the boat. Dry fast, don't take up a lot of space, large enough to wrap around me and they actually get me -- and my hair -- dry.

A great choice for bath towels on the boat. Dry fast, don’t take up a lot of space, large enough to wrap around me and they actually get me — and my hair — dry. [More] Fast-Drying Towels

Polarized Transitions Lenses

Published on May 29, 2014; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Polarized lenses that are clear indoors and dark outdoors. Really? Really!

Polarized lenses that are clear indoors and dark outdoors. Really? Really! [More] Polarized Transitions Lenses

Tower Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards

Published on December 1, 2013; last updated on November 3, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

I got lots of questions when I posted on Facebook about my recent inflatable SUP purchase. Here's all the info.

If you want to explore shallow areas, a stand-up paddleboard can’t be beat. And an inflatable SUP will fit on just about any boat! [More] Tower Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards

Ten Things That Make Life Aboard Better

Published on August 28, 2013; last updated on October 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ten of our favorite items for living on our boat. Life aboard is so much nicer with these — they make reality equal the dream. [More] Ten Things That Make Life Aboard Better

Flashlights That Work When You Need Them To

Published on April 5, 2013; last updated on July 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Flashlights are critical gear on boats for finding what's in the back corner of the locker, checking where that strange noise is coming from and so much more. We went through a bunch before finding ones that just worked!

Flashlights are critical gear on boats for finding what’s in the back corner of the locker, checking where that strange noise is coming from and so much more. We went through a bunch before finding ones that just worked! [More] Flashlights That Work When You Need Them To

SailorBags

Published on July 18, 2012; last updated on January 22, 2017 by Carolyn Shearlock

Great bags that work! Tough, easy-to-clean and designed for use in the real world. My cooler bag is really impressive; the totes and duffles look good, too! [More] SailorBags

Road ID: ID for Boaters Too

Published on November 9, 2011; last updated on March 23, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you were sick or injured while ashore, would you have ID? And would that ID provide a way for first responders to contact someone on your boat? Or know what meds you take? Your medical conditions — or drug allergies? Road ID provides all this and more! [More] Road ID: ID for Boaters Too

Boat Shirts

Published on September 5, 2011; last updated on February 22, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want some custom boat shirts - or hats, mugs or cards - but don't like the minimum order size and prices you've found? Here's how I just had TBG shirts made.

Want some custom boat shirts – or hats, mugs or cards – but don’t like the minimum order size and prices you’ve found? Here’s how I just had TBG shirts made. [More] Boat Shirts

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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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Best Tips for Cruising Eleuthera

May 13, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Planning a visit to Eleuthera? Check out one cruiser’s tips to get the most from your visit.  [More] Best Tips for Cruising Eleuthera

How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

May 11, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Can you get enough internet to work from a boat? Sure, I do. Here are a few tips on how we make it work.  [More] How Do We Get Internet on the Boat?

In Praise of the Small Boat

May 10, 2022 By Nica Waters

Big projects are doable (but still massive) on a small boat. I can’t imagine how overwhelming they’d be on a bigger vessel!  [More] In Praise of the Small Boat

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