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Boat Repairs & Upgrades
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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🎧Painting the Bilge – An Easy Upgrade

Published on August 8, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Painting your bilge or lockers is an easy upgrade. Here are the 7 steps to help you get the best results.

🎧Reinstallation – The Order of Events

Published on August 1, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

When you’re making repairs, it’s important to remember the steps for reinstalling items. Here are a few tips.

Customizing Pretty V-Berth Bedding

Published on July 22, 2023; last updated on July 26, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock/Michelle Riordan

Cozy boat berth with nautical bedding — tips for sleeping well on a boat

Get pretty v-berth bedding with some easy customizations. One cruiser shares how she did it. And you can too!

🎧How to Measure Your Anchor Rode

Published on July 18, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Setting a good anchor means you know how much to put out. Marking your rode is key. Here’s how to do it.

A Project Bag for Boat Work

Published on June 17, 2023; last updated on June 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock/Julie Tijerina

How do you keep all the little pieces of a boat project in one place? Try a project bag. You won’t regret it.

Guide to Buying Solar Panels

Published on May 24, 2023; last updated on May 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When buying solar panels how do you decide? It comes down to a few factors that determine how much power you can get for what cost.

🎧Adding a Hard Dodger to a Cruising Boat

Published on November 1, 2022; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Our latest project is a hard dodger. Here’s why we think it’s superior to one made of canvas.

🎧 Makeshift Router Table for Working on a Boat

Published on October 11, 2022; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Nica Waters

A router table is a luxury when you have limited space. But sometimes you need one for boat work. Here’s how we made our own.

🎧G-10 Backing Material for Boat Projects

Published on September 13, 2022; last updated on April 28, 2025 by Nica Waters

When installing deck hardware, you need to spread out the load for the most strength. Learn what product we used to keep our deck hardware strong.

🎧Simple Storage Solutions for Boats: Ram Mounts

Published on August 2, 2022; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Nica Waters

Figuring out where to put all our navigation electronics was no small feat. Friends reminded us of a wonderfully versatile option.

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