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It's easy to be distracted by pretty teak or a comfy cockpit. But handholds are one things you want to be sure work for you before buying a cruising boat. Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Click to see all podcast sponsors, past and present.  - https://bit.ly/3idXto7 Music:  "Slow Down" by  Yvette Craig    

Here's a bit about one of the voices on The Boat Galley Podcast. Learn about Nica's background, experience, and passions!   Links:   The Boat Galley Website :  https://theboatgalley.com   Annapolis Boat Show : https://annapolisboatshows.com/sailboat-show/   Cruisers University : https://cruisersuniversity.com   Nica's blog : https://www.fit2sail.com/count down-to-cruising   Nica email - nica@fit2s...

Batteries are at the heart of a cruising boat's power systems. So you want to know yours are well charged. Here's one tool that can help. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): SOLAR Digital 12V Battery and System Tester (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3pXKfj0 Subscribe to the Boat Galley N...

Marking your anchor rode is a must-do project! Here's t he why and how of marking anchor anchor and line. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Webbing Tabs (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3ObjqRO Rainbow Chain Markers (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/46Ja7Qp Cable Ties (Amazon) - https://amzn.t...

I had no idea how useful that pack of silicone baking cups would be. But I use them all the time on my boat. Here's why you might find them useful too. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): 12-Count Silicone Baking Cups (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3PPaJ0K Bamboo Nail Brush (Amazon) - h...

A relatively unvisited small town on the ICW gave us an unexpectedly fine evening. Discover the joys of cruising to Elizabeth City!   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Overview of Elizabeth City - https://project543.visitnc.com/elizabethcity/   Map of Town - https://bit.ly/44kqqky...

An ocean passage is not the only time you need to worry about boat dishes breaking. Everyday boat life is challenging enough. But there are some great options for unbreakable boat dishes. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Melamine Dishware (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3CU2M2C Corell...

Beauty, peace, and wilderness - if you can tick all the boxes! Here are 5 points to consider about taking the Dismal Swamp route in the ICW. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): US Army Corps of Engineers Dismal Swamp Info -   https://www.nao.usace.army.mil/AIWW/   Dismal Swam p Welc...

How do you store bread on a boat without it getting crushed by other food items? Here are some tips to try. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Lock and Lock Bread Container (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3Pv8xLY SeaSense Gear Hammock (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3r2umZ1 Rubbermaid Commer...

When you are low on time and hungry as can be, this simple soup hits the spot. It's like a delicious curry and easy to make from pantry ingredients. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Red Lentils (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/445ctqs Braun Immersion Blender and Food Processor (Amazon)...

Who will you meet on the average cruising boat? You can't even imagine. And what interesting stories they have to share. Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Looking to refinish your boat's teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Teak Guard's non-toxic, water-based formulas for cleaning and finish will turn your teak from dingy to...

Our passage north to the States from the Caribbean in spring of 2023 was very different than we'd first thought. Rather than a straight shot, it involved a lot of stops and starts.   Links:   Podcast on Lessons Learned Northbound : https://theboatgalley.com/podcasts/     Bahamas Quick Cockpit Reference : https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/bahamas-cruising-guide     Chris Parker Marine Wea...

Is there a way to shift more air around the boat at anchor? Especially in parts of that boat that don't have hard wired fans? Yes--just keep listening. Treva 12-Volt Fan (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/42x5g1w Endless Breeze Fan (Camping Parts World) - https://bit.ly/3p4RXHE Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podca...

Northbound from the Caribbean in spring of 2023 taught us that some progress is better than none, that deadlines aren't horrific, and that misery is in the eye of the beholder.     Links : Podcast on Lessons Learned Southbound - https://theboatgalley.com/diesel-management-on-passage/     FastSeas Weather Routing -   https://fastseas.com/     Chris Parker Marine Weather Center  - https://www.mwxc.c...

If you don't store your baking supplies properly, you could end up with a big mess on your boat. Or worse, lose ingredients you'll miss between provisioning trips. Here's what you need to know. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Lock & Lock Containers (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3OU...

A love letter to our last night on passage before reaching the USA. Audio clip from the night watch included!   Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Babbel : https://www.babbel.com/ Bluetooth Headphones - https://amzn.to/3C2D3Vh Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@...

Ventilation is crucial on a boat. But you don't have to buy an expensive fan and cut a hole in your deck to install one. Here's an idea that's effective and affordable. Links: S/V Hotwire Website - https://svhotwire.com/port-fan/ S/V Hotwire Contact Information - https://svhotwire.com/contact/ Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Today's episode...

We focused on an island specialty when we rented a car in Martinique. We were surprised at the variety we found while exploring 4 of Martinique's rhum distilleries!   Links: Martinique Rhum Agricole AOC - https://bit.ly/3WrzgKL Map of Martinique - https://bit.ly/3Ixqk0w Ti Punch Glasses - https://bit.ly/4309QX6 Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to t...

Buoys, day beacons, and lights are becoming far more sophisticated. Here's what you need to know about the integration of Aids to Navigation and AIS.  Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://bit.ly/3WHCU2n Looking to refinish your boat's teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Teak Guard's non-toxic, water-based formulas for cleaning and finish will turn your teak from di...

Six hours to provision? Par for the course! Here's a not-too-far-exaggerated recounting of one grocery store run while cruising. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Grocery Cart (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3IllOlH Backpack (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3MBPsWx   Nica email -  nica@fit2s...

Even if you bring your own bags when provisioning, those plastic garbage bags still turn up onboard. Here are a few ways to keep them handy when you need them and out of the way when you don't. Links: Method for Folding Plastic Bags - https://www.instructables.com/Plastic-Bag-Origami/ Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Today's episode of The Bo...

From Trinidad to the Chesapeake Bay is a major shift in direction. Understand why being flexible can go from feeling like a backtrack to being something to be proud of.     Links:     Story of the Other Boat : https://bit.ly/42ifuTT Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com   Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 Tod...

It's every cruiser's worst nightmare--leaving their vessel behind after a rescue. If it happened to you, would you be prepared?  Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Marmara Imports.  Their hand loomed, fair trade, organic cotton Turkish towels are highly absorbent, dry quickly, fold flat an...

Come along as we explore 3 of Guadeloupe's southern offshore islands. Links: Petit Terre Moorings : https://reservesdesiradepetiteterre.com/reservation-mouillages/   Map of Guadeloupe : https://bit.ly/3nftrmB   Nica email - nica@fit2sail.com Carolyn email - carolyn@theboatgalley.com Subscribe to the Boat Galley Newsletter! - https://theboatgalley.com/newsletter-signup-2 The Boat Galley podcast is...

Yes, you can have a garden on a boat. Cruisers do it all the time. Here are some easy tips to get yours started. Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links): Burpee Looseleaf Lettuce Seeds (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/3n6HcUA Shoe Organizer (Amazon) - https://amzn.to/44pTDvs Subscribe to the B...