We Need More Power: Installing a 250 amp Alternator
We Need More Power💥 Installing a 250 Amp Balmar Alternator Cruisers know the importance of reliable power systems, especially when going long distances or living aboard. Among the critical components of our sailboat’s power setup is the alternator. It’s one of the ways we charge batteries and power our watermaker. In this blog post, we’ll […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Protecting Your Alternator: The Importance of Installing an Alternator Protection Device (APD)
With the growing popularity of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries equipped with internal battery management systems (BMS), it’s crucial to protect your alternator from voltage spikes that can lead to potential damage. We will explore the risks associated with load dumps, explain the role of the Alternator Protection Device (APD) in mitigating these risks, and […]
Upgrading to an Electric Windlass – Installing a Lofrans Tigres
We’ve heard that switching from a manual to an electric windlass can significantly enhance the sailing experience. Most cruisers spend 90% of their time at anchor so making anchor handling more convenient was a must for us. In the videos below, we share our journey of installing a Lofrans Tigres on our sailboat. We explore […]
A Galley Transformation: Switching from Propane to Electric Appliances
In the pursuit of a more reliable and efficient cooking experience aboard our boat, we recently embarked on the journey of converting our propane galley to electric appliances. After years of struggling with a propane oven and cook top range that proved inconsistent and challenging to control, we decided it was time for a change. […]
Making A SmartPlug for our Honda Generator
One of the first things we did shortly after we bought SVRO was to change the shore power cord to a SmartPlug. The power cord that came with out boat was the typical outdated and problematic twist-type design. Those types of power cords are notorious for loose connections and corrosion. They’ve been known to be […]
Repairing our Isotemp Water Heater AGAIN
Having hot water on the boat is awesome. It’s hard to imagine not having a water heater. Unfortunately, we didn’t have to imagine it because our water heater broke (again) and we didn’t have hot water for about a week. And of course it happened in the middle of winter. Our Isotemp water heater is […]
New Solar Panels
As much as we love our canoe-stern, it has its drawbacks – like a place to mount solar panels. A lot of people add a big arch to the back of the cockpit to mount solar panels, dinghy davits, and other things. We considered adding an arch but opted not to mostly due to cost, […]