The Boat Galley

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Make a Space Saving Dish Drain Aug 08, 2022

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Looking for a way to dry dishes without taking up valuable space in your galley? Take a look at one half of your double sink. Here's how to make it work.

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Nonstick Cooling Rack (Amazon)

In-Sink Cutlery Holder (Amazon)

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Aqua Map, the best app for navigating the ICW or doing the Great Loop. Aqua Map allows for easy route planning with overlays from ActiveCaptain and the Waterway Guide and easy import for Bob423 tracks. Tides, currents, waypoints and anchor alarm - it's all there! Upgrading to Aqua Map Master brings in all the features that will transform your device into a real chartplotter! We've been using AquaMap for over two years now, and I find that when we go through any tricky place, I grab my iPad and navigate with AM instead of the chartplotter – that's how much better I like it! Find Aqua Map in your App Store or Play Store!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Surprising Sources for Boat Parts Aug 04, 2022

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6 places other than the big marine store names that we've found excellent materials for boat projects.

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Jamestown Distributors

Blog post on Using Ebay Successfully

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by TeakGuardProducts.com. Looking to refinish your boat's teak with a minimum of mess and fuss? Look no further! Our non-toxic, water-based formulas for cleaning and finish will turn your teak from dingy to sparkling in no time. Use coupon code BG20 for 15% off your order of $50 or more. TeakGuard - admire your teak with less maintenance.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Do You Need a SodaStream for Your Boat? Aug 01, 2022

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Cruisers who like soda are always looking for ways to keep carbonated drinks on board without taking up valuable storage space. Is the SodaStream the answer?

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SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker (Amazon)

Carbonating Cylinders (Amazon)

SodaStream Website

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Sailrite, the one-stop shop for all your DIY canvas and upholstery projects. From heavy-duty, portable sewing machines to fabric, foam and everything in between, Sailrite's outstanding customer support and free how-to videos empower you to sew for your boat, home and more. Visit Sailrite.com to get started on your DIY journey.

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Simple Solutions: Ram Mounts Jul 28, 2022

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Figuring out how to mount our new chart plotter was just one part of the whole puzzle.

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Ram Mounts

Garmin Radar (Amazon)

iPad (Amazon)

Navionics

Garmin Chartplotter

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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 and boating more enjoyable. Mantus Marine brings to market practical, durable and affordable marine products, including: anchoring gear, scuba diving accessories, and rechargeable waterproof headlamp for hands-free lighting. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself!

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Keeping Screws in Place Jul 25, 2022

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How do you keep screws in place when you're working on boat jobs in awkward areas? There's a nifty tool that will make it much easier.

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Best Way Screw Holders - Set of 3 (Amazon)

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Aqua Map, the ultimate navigation app for your tablet or phone. Aqua Map makes it easy to plan your route with overlays from ActiveCaptain and the Waterway Guide. Tides, currents, waypoints, anchor alarm: it's all there! Upgrading to Aqua Map Master allows you to add the Marine Forecast overlay with detailed wind, wave and current forecasts, access to worldwide point weather prediction as well as worldwide weather buoys and more, invaluable for cruising the ICW and the Bahamas. Find Aqua Map (careful; no "s") wherever you find your apps.

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Getting the Most Out of Cruising Jul 21, 2022

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3 tips to successful cruising--Hint, not one of them is about your anchor.

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Lunatec, makers of the hydration spray bottle, odor-free dishcloth and self-cleaning washcloth. Lunatec offers practical gear designed to save water and reduce waste. A water bottle that doubles as a hose? A dish cloth that doesn't get stinky? Yes, please! Visit Lunatecgear.com to learn more; use code boatgalley to save 10% on everything. Lunatec: innovative gear for your outdoor adventures.

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

The Ultimate Answer Jul 18, 2022

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Treating questions about cruising like a google search won't get you far. At least, not in a usable fashion.

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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 and are soft and luxurious: perfect for life aboard! Use coupon code Podcast10 for 10% off any order of $40 or more. Marmaraimports.com: more than a towel.

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Cleaning Interior Boat Teak Jul 14, 2022

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Is your boat teak looking tired and dirty? Here's step-by-step instructions for cleaning your teak so it's as good as new.

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ScotchBlue Painter's Tape (Amazon)

Small Foam Brushes (Amazon)

Libman Scrub Brush Set (Amazon)

Small Bucket for Water (Amazon)

Wet Dry Sandpaper (Amazon)

Sanding Blocks (Amazon)

DeWalt Orbital Sander (Amazon)

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How to Keep Recipes on a Boat Jul 11, 2022

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Do you have a collection of family favorite recipes? Perhaps on index cards in your grandmother's handwriting? Don't risk them. There are some easy ways to keep them safe on a boat and handy to use.

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Double-sided Recipe Cards (Amazon)

Avery Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheets (Amazon)

Kindle Paperwhite (Amazon)

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Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by SpotlessStainless.com, the safe, fast and easy way to remove rust and protect your marine stainless steel. Brush on, wait 30 minutes, and rinse off this environmentally friendly gel - no scrubbing required! Brush on Spotless Stainless; remove rust. It's that simple! Use coupon code BG20 for an exclusive 20% discount on your order. Spotlessstainless.com - make stainless sparkle!

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Container Wars Jul 07, 2022

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Based on experience, Nica shares some thoughts about deciding what kinds of storage containers might work for you.

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Lock N Lock Storage Containers (Amazon)

Mainstay Flexible Tray "Baskets" (Amazon)

Sterilite Gasketed Boxes (Amazon)

Rubbermaid Roughneck Storage Boxes (Amazon)

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