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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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🎧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.

🎧Final Step for Any Project

Published on November 14, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

No boat project is really finished until you do this final step–testing your work.

🎧Rigging Considerations

Published on October 31, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Need to replace your standing rigging? Here are two questions to ask before contracting with a shop to do the work.

🎧 Boatyard Essentials

Published on August 15, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

If you own a boat, you’re going to have to work on it in the boatyard at some point. But these tools make the work go a little bit easier.

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