The Boat Galley

After over four years, we found ablative paint wasn ' t keeping our boat ' s bottom clean. So we switched to hard. Here ' s how. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Pettit Tie Coat - https://fave.co/2MxOjCg (Affiliate)   Trinidad SR - https://fave.co/2K6d9qD (Affiliate)   Sponsor: R...

Learn steps to easily template for new bulkheads or furniture on the boat. Did you ever think that hot glue would be useful aboard? Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): This Old Boat book:  https://amzn.to/2Y1OF5u  (Amazon) Hot glue gun:  https://amzn.to/2XqBNbP  (Amazon) Email Nica:...

Ahhh , technology! You can keep in touch with family and friends when you ' re out of range of cell towers. And it ' s easy and inexpensive. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): InReach SE+ -  https://amzn.to/3040l99  (Amazon)   Sponsor:  Infinity ( https://infinitylwv.com/ ), the mo...

Learn 3 reasons why that initial provisioning run can be so daunting - and what to do about it! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Cruisers University provisioning course: https://www.annapolisboatshows.com/cruisers-university-2/classes/#Provisioning Nica's online store with course...

Learn the best ways to keep meat on your boat. With a few tricks, you can eat well. And stay safe.   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Polar Bear Cooler - https://amzn.to/2YbTtov (Amazon) Sponsor:   SeaTech Systems ( https://sea-tech.com/ ), offering cruiser-tested solutions for w...

We all like to pick things up while we cruise. How do we choose what we collect? Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Seabeans: www.seabean.com/what.asp Osprey: www.wendymitmanclarke.com Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com Sponsor: Rainman Watermake...

A maintenance job on our catamaran left us feeling stupid. Here ' s what we should have done. And what you can do to avoid the same problem on your next boat job. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): PB Blaster: https://amzn.to/2H0kJ29   (Amazon) Sponsor: Marmara Imports ( http://www...

Budgeting is more than keeping track of your spending. It's planning - and sticking to it! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): YouNeedABudget: https://ynab.com/referral/?ref=J7BQUQe_DlyzF62Z&utm_source=customer_referral Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgal...

Ugh! A clogged drain. It's a big annoyance on board. Here's how to clear your boat drain without toxic chemicals.   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):   Super Digest-It:  https://amzn.to/2LmwxkF  (Amazon)   Marine Digest-It:  https://amzn.to/2JjPkuq  (Amazon)   Zip-It:  https://amz...

Learning how to resist the siren call of "buy now and buy often" is key to keeping life afloat simple. There are questions to ask to help you stay simple! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Patagonia puff jacket:  https://amzn.to/2WiB9h6  (Amazon) Sailing Totem: www.sailingtotem.co...

A lot of things can go wrong when you put your boat on the hard—from the annoying to the disastrous. Here's what you need to know.   Sponsor:   SeaTech Systems  (https://sea-tech.com/) , offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather, navigation, and communications. Sea-Tech's solutions include satellite internet, wifi, cellular, and SSB. What's more, Sea-Tech offers DIY electronics consulting with...

Learn 3 tricks to making friends while cruising. There's no technology involved! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): VHF radio:  https://amzn.to/2VIIeXR  (Amazon) Pole spear for Bahamas fishing:  https://amzn.to/2YBaBnP  (Amazon) Filet knife:  https://amzn.to/2YxtA2A  (Amazon) Email...

You know just what you want to cook. But do you have all the ingredients? Here's how to make smart substitutions.   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 - https://amzn.to/2VCUBnh  (Amazon)   Sponsor: Rainman Watermakers and SeaTask. Rainman watermakers are...

Devon and Rich, from Sea-Tech Systems, share their story and tips about systems and business aboard! Links: Sea-Tech Systems: www.sea-tech.com Email Devon or Rich: sales@sea-tech.com Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com Sponsor:  SeaTech Systems ( https://sea-tech.com/ ), offering cruiser-tested solutions for weather, navigation, and communications. Sea-Tech's sol...

Don't worry when your boat gear goes missing. One helpful tip makes it more likely you'll find it again. Here's the low tech way to do it.   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Fade resistant markers:  https://amzn.to/2Y3go5p  (Amazon)   The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastS...

Learn what Nica's scared of - and what she's doing about it. Don't pretend it's not real! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com Garmin InReach:  https://amzn.to/2VcoW84  (Amazon) VHF radio:  https://amzn.to/30c0vLN...

I have a few tricks to help you eat well underway without taking up too much room in your fridge. They're even better if you don't have a refrigerator at all.   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):   Ova-Easy Egg Crystals -  https://amzn.to/2VDx7yr  (Amazon) Media Crema -  https://am...

Take flour, water, yeast, and salt and POOF. Edible yumminess. Why does this matter when you're cruising? Confidence, that's why! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):   A great bread book that's not scary: https://amzn.to/2VmNX4s Yeast:  https://amzn.to/2VeHmJx Bread pans:  https://a...

If you don't prepare yourself, you could find yourself going far out of your way. Or not landing where you expect. Here's how to plan your Gulf Stream crossing for the best results.   Links: Gulf Stream Location, Speed and Counter-Currents https://theboatgalley.com/gulf-stream-location-speed-counter-currents/   Sponsor:  Infinity ( https://infinitylwv.com/ ), the most trusted name in woven vinyl f...

After you decide to go cruising, you get to figure out what to do with the house. There are some simple questions to help you with that call! Links: Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com Sponsor:  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...

Learn why so many cruisers love watermakers and what's important to consider if you're about to buy one. Listen in as Carolyn Shearlock talks to Rainman Watermakers. Links: SeaTask Group (US dealer for Rainman): https://www.seataskgroup.com/orderasystem.html?id340=300 Rainman Desal (manufacturer, in Australia): https://www.rainmandesal.com/ Sponsor: Rainman Watermakers and SeaTask. Rainman waterma...

The story behind my most recent DIY foray - and why I think you can do it too! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Electric screwdriver/drill: https://amzn.to/2VH0XPh  (Amazon) Jigsaw:  https://amzn.to/2Iq9Nxa  (Amazon)  Flooring nailer:  https://amzn.to/2IgcphY  (Amazon) Email Nica...

Your fuel range seems simple to calculate, but as Carolyn Shearlock describes, it's not as straightforward as it seems. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Mr. Funnel: http://amzn.to/1LyMQz6  (Amazon) Jabsco Drill Pump: http://amzn.to/1ZR4mZ612v (Amazon) Diesel Transfer Pump: http:/...

Understand 4 key points to ponder when deciding on whether or not you need a watermaker on board. Hint: it depends! Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):   Rigid jerry cans:  https://amzn.to/2GaMYME  (Amazon) Collapsible jerry cans:  https://amzn.to/2UqXnfG  (Amazon) Email Nica: nica@...

Six ways to get internet when cruising the Bahamas. The pros and cons of each. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): MrSimCard: https://www.mrsimcard.com/caribbean/s-batelco.html Aliv: https://www.bealiv.com/ MyIslandWifi: https://myislandwifi.com/ Sponsor: Shambala Sailing Adventures...