The Boat Galley

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DIY Tips for Boat Stainless Steel Feb 10, 2020

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You can save hundreds or even thousands on boat stainless steel projects by combining DIY work with professional help. Here's how.

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Bimini fittings from Sailrite

Bimini hardware from MarinePartDepot

Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Saving to Sail. Whether you want to start a blog or online business, get paid to write, or get a remote job, Saving to Sail gives you the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to make money while cruising. Visit SavingToSail.com/BoatGalley for exclusive bonuses and use code BG20 for 20% off all Saving to Sail e-courses. Saving to Sail: helping you work online so you can leave the dock sooner and sail the world longer.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Give A Cruiser A Project Feb 06, 2020

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It's not distraction or getting sidetracked, it's the interconnectedness of every project on the boat that takes time. Don't be shocked!

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Project Creep Podcast

This episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by FastSeas.com. Budget-friendly weather routing and passage planning for cruisers, by a cruiser. Plan your next passage using FastSeas.com. Whether you are after speed or comfort, FastSeas will find the optimum route to your destination. Use coupon code BG20 for an exclusive 10% discount. FastSeas - making weather routing simple.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Don't Let Your Sunscreen Kill Coral Feb 03, 2020

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You need to protect your skin from the sun. But chemicals in your sunscreen may be killing coral and harming fish. A few simple changes 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):

NeoSport Full Body Sports Skins (Amazon)

Cokar Neoprene Wetsuit for Kids (Amazon)

Realon Kids Wetsuit (Amazon)

Rubber Ducky Sunscreen (Amazon)

Thinksport Sunscreen (Amazon)

This episode of The Boat Galley podcast is sponsored by Morse Alpha Expeditions. Ben & Teresa offer coastal and offshore sail training expeditions designed for sailors at all levels, plus women-only trips! Learn technical sailing & navigation skills, as well as communication & leadership. Now booking for 2020: check out MorseAlpha.com to sign up today. Morse Alpha - sail farther, safer, and with more confidence.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Women Who Sail Jan 30, 2020

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How Maiden (the film) brings to mind the importance of support. A rising tide lifts all boats, after all!

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Maiden (Amazon)

Portable DVD player (Amazon)

Women Who Sail Facebook Group

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!

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Sleep Better On Your Boat Jan 27, 2020

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Everything goes easier when you're well rested. Learn what we did to make our boat bed more comfortable.

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

Memory foam mattress topper (Amazon)

Waterproof, hypoallergenic mattress cover (Amazon)

Zippered, allergen protecting pillow covers (Amazon)

Boat sheets

Boat comforters

Bedside organizer

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!

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Butyl Tape Made Easier Jan 23, 2020

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Learn 3 hints for successfully bedding boat hardware with butyl tape. It's magic - with some caveats!

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

5200 adhesive (Amazon)

Dolphinite (Amazon)

Silicone sealant (Amazon)

Lifecalk (Amazon)

Life Seal (Amazon)

Butyl tape (Amazon)

Bulkhead mount compass (Amazon)

This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by ugo wear, ugo is the only waterproof, floating phone case using dry suit zipper technology. Invest in your safety because if you don't protect you can't connect! Your phone is fully functional and there's plenty of room for your keys, cash and cards. To get the only dry bag on the market with ZERO phone fails visit www.ugowear.com and use Promo Code - BG20 for 20% off your order. ugo - Prepare For Adventure.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Help for Cruising In Cold Weather Jan 20, 2020

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Learn about 10 things that will help you stay warm while underway and sleeping on board. Cold weather cruising can be comfortable!

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

DIY cockpit enclosure

Little Buddy propane heater (Amazon)

Wool socks (Amazon)

Rechargeable hand warmers (Amazon)

Thermos (Amazon)

Waterproof Boots (Amazon)

This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by Sea-Tech Systems. Sea-Tech offers 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 custom wiring diagrams and professional advice for your electronics DIY installation and integration projects. Visit sea dash tech dot com, that's S E A dash T E C H dot com, for more information. As a bonus, Boat Galley Podcast listeners get free shipping from Sea-Tech with the code GALLEY2019 at checkout.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

What Do You Call Living On A Boat? Jan 16, 2020

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Learn the one non-negotiable requirement to cruise - and some myths about the rest.

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Crash Course on Cruising

9 Tips for the Newly Obsessed

Voyaging Handbook (Amazon)

Embarrassment of Mangoes (Amazon)

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Protect and Clean Interior Teak Jan 13, 2020

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While renovating the boat interior, I looked at several options for restoring our interior teak. Here's what I considered and what I finally chose.

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Before and after pictures - https://theboatgalley.com/choosing-teak-cleaner-finish/

Semco Teak Restoration Kit - https://amzn.to/2Qy1JOC (Amazon)

Teak Guard Finish Kit - https://amzn.to/2T74yI2 (Amazon)

Cetol Natural Teak Finish - https://amzn.to/2QYUlL5 (Amazon)

Today's episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by TeakGuard, from AllGuard Products.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. Allguardproducts.com - admire your teak, not maintain it. Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Don't Forget the Bahamas Jan 09, 2020

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Memories of a special spot, shared to remind us of what is there.

Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

Boat Galley Podcast on Bahamas Relief: https://theboatgalley.com/hurricane-relief-bahamas/

Explorer charts: https://amzn.to/300QCkp (Amazon)

Dorian path: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-49553770

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

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