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Boat Repairs & Upgrades
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No, it hasn't all been "fixing our boat in exotic places," but the team has learned a lot about boat repairs and upgrades while cruising.

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Boat Renovation: Cleaning Teak

Published on April 25, 2024; last updated on February 11, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What’s the best technique for cleaning, literally, a boatload of horribly stained and dirty teak? Here’s what worked for me.

Boat Renovation: Choosing Teak Cleaner and Finish

Published on April 18, 2024; last updated on January 3, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat teak after cleaning and refinishing

How do you choose a teak cleaner and finish? There’s a lot of labor involved so choose wisely. Here’s my experience.

Our Boat Renovation Begins

Published on April 11, 2024; last updated on March 22, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Worn boat interior salon with deteriorating upholstery and a blue table top before renovation

Sometimes a boat has great bones but a very tired interior. Here’s what we found — and how we decided where to start.

🎧The Rabbit Hole of Projects

Published on March 29, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Sailboat on stands in a boatyard under a tarp, out of the water and waiting for repairs

Boat projects are never simple. One step leads to another repair. Here’s one cruiser’s tale.

🎧The DIYers Dilemma

Published on February 24, 2024; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Every DIYer has a dilemma–how do you choose between time, money, and quality?

Propeller Facts for Sailors

Published on February 5, 2024; last updated on February 2, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock/Brendan Prior

Propeller

Sailors don’t think about their propeller often enough. Here’s what you need to know about different kinds to pick the right prop for you.

An Affordable Diesel Heater to Warm Your Boat

Published on January 15, 2024; last updated on March 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock/Wally Moran

Cold boat? One cruiser switched from propane to diesel and never looked back — here’s the full story.

Cockpit Mic Cover

Published on January 11, 2024; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

A cockpit microphone cover is the solution for a common problem. Bright sunlight damages the LCD display. Here’s how to prevent it.

🎧The Chaos of the In Between Time

Published on December 19, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

The middle zone between finishing a project and getting organized on board stretch out forever. If you’re feeling frustrated, you’re not alone.

Easy Way to Clean Teak Boat Decks

Published on November 15, 2023; last updated on November 14, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for an easy way to clean teak boat decks? Preferably without scrubbing or damaging your decks? Here’s one reader’s suggestion.

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