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Rigging Upgrades

Recent Rigging Upgrades Upgrading from Wire to Colligo Dux Inner Forestay Sailing enthusiasts are always on the lookout for ways to improve their vessel’s performance and durability. One such upgrade that can make a significant difference is replacing the traditional wire with Dyneema Colligo Dux. This innovative solution not only enhances your sailboat’s overall performance […]

Setting Sail with Clear Communication

Setting sail with clear communication INSTALLING A GARMIN VHF RADIO IN YOUR SAILBOAT Communication is paramount when you’re out on the open water, and a reliable VHF radio is a crucial tool for sailors to stay connected and ensure safety. In this blog, we install a new Garmin radio in our sailboat, replacing our old […]

Water Purification

Clean and safe drinking water is a top priority while cruising. The Acuva ArrowMax 2.0 water purifier with an advanced pre-filter is a game-changer for us. It’s been a reliable solution to ensure our water supply remains pristine. The Acuva ArrowMax 2.0 uses a UV-LED to purify the water. It inactivates 99.999% of E. coli […]

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Fixing Our Stinky Sink

As any sailor knows, a clogged sink drain on a sailboat can put a damper on your maritime adventures. Whether it’s caused by food scraps, soap residue, or hair, a blocked sink can lead to inconvenience, a stinky sink and potential plumbing issues. Assessing the Situation Our galley sink has gradually been draining slower and […]

Electric Cooking

Sailing into the Future: Embracing Electric Cooking on Our Sailboat Sailing is a journey of constant innovation and adaptation, and this philosophy extends to every aspect of life on the water – even cooking. In a bold move away from traditional propane systems, many sailors are now embracing electric cooking methods as a cleaner, more […]

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The Comforts of Home

The Hanging Locker Dilemma One challenge that every cruiser faces, is creating the comforts of home, especially on a small sailboat with limited storage space. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or an extended voyage, efficient organization is key to ensuring a clutter-free sailing adventure. We take a closer look at how to transform our […]

Exterior Teak Restoration: A Labor of Love

Owning a sailboat is not only an adventure on the water but also a continuous journey of maintenance and care. Our 46-year-old sailboat holds cherished memories and timeless beauty, but its exterior teak has seen its fair share of wear and staining over the years. In this blog post, we’ll take you through our teak […]

Troubleshooting Our Drinking Water Pump

Maintaining a sailboat is a constant and challenging endeavor, and when unexpected issues arise, they can disrupt your cruising life. Recently, we encountered a peculiar problem with our drinking water pump. It started to pulse and wouldn’t pump water continuously. Determined to get to the root of the issue, we decided to take matters into […]

Enhancing Our Sailing Experience with a Canvas Dodger

One important addition to our sailboat that has transformed our sailing and live aboard experience is our canvas dodger from Compass Canvas in Point Richmond. A dodger is a protective cover that extends over the companionway of a sailboat, offering shelter and safeguarding the cockpit area from the harsh conditions at sea. It is crafted […]

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Making the Beta 43 Fit

Prop Shaft Extension The Beta 43 has a completely different footprint than the Perkins. The engine sits a bit higher and the transmission is considerably shorter. As such, our prop shaft wouldn’t mate up with the transmission. So we went to Bay Propeller in Alameda and had them create a shaft extension for us. We […]