Biggest Differences in Life as a Full-time Cruiser
Well, surprise revelation: it’s not all pink champagne at a rosy sunset. In the run up to changing our lifestyle we were afraid we might get bored – never happened. Thought we’d have nothing to do – what were we thinking!? If you’re planning the leap...
The Knives are Out
You know how when you’re on land and get dragged into Leroy Merlin for the 42nd time? You know how when the skipper needs some stainless for a tiny boat job and then spends hours inspecting all the screws, nuts and bolts leaving you swearing to never, ever again get...
Solar Protection – Sun Shades on a Boat
Keeping us cool is only the tip of the iceberg, you also want to avoid the boat insides getting overheated. Too much heat is obviously no good for the food you’re carrying, for boat materials or crew comfort. The most important and first thing to do is create shade in...Top Tips to Beat the Heat on a Boat
1. Side or top hatches These should open outwards with the outside of the pane to stern and inside pane facing the bow. When on anchor, in most cases your boat will be facing the wind and a hatch angled correctly can direct more air into the boat. Hatches that open...