The Boat Galley

The pandemic has offered a chance to practice real-life provisioning skills. Pretend you're going on a passage!   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Penzeys spices Lock n lock containers (Amazon)  Calypso's boat fridge (Amazon) Nica email Carolyn email   Today's episode of The Boat...

After trying a few things and failing to get our boat fridge to stay cool, we finally solved the problem by looking at the batteries. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Victron Battery Monitor (Amazon)  Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present. Music:  "Slow Down" by  Yv...

Ebay can be a great place to buy and sell boat gear. There are a few steps to take to make sure you're happy. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Mantus anchor (Amazon) Battery monitor (Amazon) 12 volt socket (Amazon) Nica email Carolyn email    Today's episode of The Boat Galley Po...

If your solar lights aren't working as well as they used to, it may not be time to get rid of them. Check the battery.  Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Solar Kandle Rail Lights (Amazon)  Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries (Amazon)   This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored...

No room for weights for an onboard fitness routine? They're already there! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): TRX system (Amazon) Resistance bands (Amazon) Sliders (Amazon) Dumbbells (Amazon) A workout for on board Nica email Carolyn email This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is...

Cruisers have lots of little traditions. Some of the best involve celebrating the sun going down. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Glow sticks   (Amazon) Colored Luci lights (Amazon) Unbreakable wine glasses (Amazon) This episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSea...

Seeing some of the many ways you can use pantry ingredients is key to flexible cooking. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): The Boat Galley cookbook (Amazon) My favorite curry powder (Amazon) Hand blender/small food processor (Amazon)  Nica email Carolyn email Today's episode of The...

Anyone can get seasick under the right conditions. Here are the tips that help if it happens to you.   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Electrolyte supplements for rehydration - sugar free (Amazon) Electrolyte drink powder for rehydration (Amazon) Today's episode of The Boat Gall...

It can be hard to mimic existing interior work on board. Finding a shortcut helps. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Router  (Amazon) Router bits (Amazon) Bead board panel (Amazon) Nica email Carolyn email This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most...

Size, power, ovens, and more. Have you thought of all the factors that go into choosing the best galley stove for you? Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): The Boat Galley on Facebook Flame tamer heat diffuser (Amazon) This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity,...

Provisioning is all about stocking up efficiently. The dollar figure shouldn't always be the driving force. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Types of rice   Mayonnaise (Amazon)  Lock n lock containers (Amazon)   Quart size wide mouth jars (Amazon) Plastic screw lids for jars (Ama...

What are some of the budget items you might think about when you're planning to cruise? Getting the boat how you want it can be an expensive undertaking. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Self-tailing winches (Amazon) Electronics package (Amazon) Defender GoPro camera (Amazon) Hig...

We started out with way too much stuff on our boat. But looking at our stuff with new eyes helped us make important choices to free up space (and weight). Links : Where to donate different extra items This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most trusted name in woven vinyl flooring in the marine industry. Since 2008, Infinity has offered boat owners premier flooring o...

When a simple project takes all day--because of the decisions you have to make to do it. Links: Nica email Carolyn email   Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by MantusMarine.com, maker of the Mantus anchor, now available in models with and without a roll bar. Proven to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms, the Mantus anchor digs like no other, making anchoring safer an...

Some boat jobs are impossible without a third hand. Here's how to manage them without making yourself and your crew crazy. This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most trusted name in woven vinyl flooring in the marine industry. Since 2008, Infinity has offered boat owners premier flooring options proven to withstand even the most demanding environments. Each of their...

Accomplishment, timing, and escape - one of these three has nothing to do with cruising. All of them, though, help you think about this new lifestyle in a different way. Links : Nica email Carolyn email This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most trusted name in woven vinyl flooring in the marine industry. Since 2008, Infinity has offered boat owners premier flooring...

This guide has given us the info and confidence to do all kinds of boat electrical and mechanical tasks. You need to have a copy on board too. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual: How to Maintain, Repair and Improve Your Boat's Essential...

One simple four letter word can provide inspiration and hope. Hint: it's not a curse word! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Sink we're installing on Calypso  (Amazon) Sails (Zoom sails through Jamie Gifford on Sailing Totem) Nica email Carolyn email Today's episode of The Boat Ga...

Do you avoid using your dinghy kill switch after stopping your engine unexpectedly? There's an answer for that. Here's what I do. This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most trusted name in woven vinyl flooring in the marine industry. Since 2008, Infinity has offered boat owners premier flooring options proven to withstand even the most demanding environments. Each o...

You want your boat for sale to catch the eye. But you also want to attract the right buyer. Here are some tips to help. Links : Sailboatlistings.com - a popular site for DIY boat sellers Yachtworld.com - popular site for brokerage boats for sale This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most trusted name in woven vinyl flooring in the marine industry. Since 2008, Infini...

Listing all the work you need to do is the first step in organizing it. Here's an easy way to get it straight. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Nica's website Vesper AIS unit Storage bins for organization  (Amazon) Galley foot pump (Amazon) LED light strips  (Amazon) Nica email C...

Whether cruising nearshore or crossing oceans, you need a ditch bag. Here's what we put in ours with some ideas for creating your own.  Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Garmin InReach SE+ Handheld Communicator  (Amazon) Ditch Bag Items in our Amazon Store  (Amazon) Eating Well is...

Cruising is a new lifestyle. So is living during this pandemic. Here are 3 key skills to rely on! Links : Nica's website Great post on how to deal with uncertainty Food resources about storing food longer Nica's pdfs on provisioning Data on the virus Nica email Carolyn email This episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by Morse Alpha Expeditions. Ben & Teresa offer coastal and offshore sai...

We needed more battery power to support our cruising life. These are the factors we had to consider. And a few battery myths we busted. Links : Battery FAQs   This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the most trusted name in woven vinyl flooring in the marine industry. Since 2008, Infinity has offered boat owners premier flooring options proven to withstand even the most d...

We like the local hardware store because they have what we need and are helpful. This online option is great for the same reasons! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases): Jamestown Distributors Hurds Hardware (Deltaville)   Amazon Nica email Carolyn email This episode of the Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Infinity, the mo...