The cruising life is uncertain. It always pays to have a backup plan. Here’s our story of how it paid off for us.
When You're Underway
Life underway is full of excitement and fun, but can be challenging too.
Here's some of our "standard operating procedures" that reduce the stress and increase the enjoyment.
Cruising When Older
Many people go cruising in their early retirement years, but can you keep cruising at 75+? What does it take?
Route Planning to Cross the Gulf Stream
How to plan the fastest Gulf Stream crossing in your boat; figuring your start and destination points, how far the stream will sweep you and tips for a fast crossing.
Gulf Stream Location, Speed and Counter-Currents
Planning a trip that involves the Gulf Stream? Don’t count on it being where your chart says it is. Here’s how to get the real location and speed, updated daily.
🎧Stay Warm On Your Boat
When cruising in cold weather, you can stay warm on your boat. Here’s how.
🎧Using Aqua Map For Navigation
Want the most accurate charts for cruising the Bahamas? Here’s why we’re using Aqua Map.
🎧How To Plan Your Gulf Stream Route
Worried about crossing the Gulf Stream? No need. Here’s how to plan your route the easy way.
🎧Calculating Your Fuel Range
Knowing how much fuel you really have available isn’t as simple as it seems. Don’t be surprised by less range than you think you have.
GPS to Wifi iPad for Aqua Map – Under $10
Step-by-step how to use your phone’s GPS information on a wifi-only iPad (without GPS) with AquaMap. Cost: less than $10 vs. $100 for external GPS.
MOB AIS/DSC Locator and Alarm
The AIS Flare Eco is an AIS/DSC crew overboard locator and alarm that enables a MOB to be quickly found even by short-handed boats. Budget-friendly, too.