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Most Important Cruising Lessons Sep 23, 2019

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The person who made me a successful cruiser wasn't a sailor, mechanic, or electrician. These are the vital lessons she taught me.

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Provisioning spreadsheet - https://theboatgalley.com/downloadable-provisioning-spreadsheet/

Don Casey's Complete Illustrated Sailboat Maintenance Manual - https://amzn.to/2YYaAhH (Amazon)

Nigel Calder's Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual - https://amzn.to/2yV7pst (Amazon)

This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by ugo wear https://ugowear.com/), 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.

Getting Ready to Cruise Sep 19, 2019

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Sometimes getting ready to go cruising doesn't exactly appear to be related to boating at all.

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Storing Food Without Refrigeration: https://amzn.to/30d1qhC (Amazon)

Provisioning: https://www.fit2sail.com/countdown-to-cruising/2019/8/13/3-provisioning-mistakes-ive-made

Anchor light: https://amzn.to/2LDy7gs (Amazon)

Solar panels: https://amzn.to/30cseQ8 (Amazon)

Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com

Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com

Sponsor: Rainman Watermakers and SeaTask. Rainman watermakers are capable of producing up to 37 gallons of fresh, clean drinking water per hour from seawater. Portable and installed models are available, all with off-the-shelf parts. Configurations are available in AC, 12 Volt DC, and even a gasoline system, with new 2019 models being smaller, lighter, and quieter than ever. Seatask is the premier US facility for Rainman watermakers – visit them at www.seataskgroup.com to learn more!

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Making Boat Water Taste Good Sep 16, 2019

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Boat tank water can taste "off" after a while. Filtering keeps it fresh and appealing to drink. Here's what you need to know!

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PUR 18-Cup Dispenser with Filter - https://amzn.to/2H6EVQT (Amazon)

Seagull Drinking Water Purifier - https://amzn.to/31CgORW (Amazon)

Under Sink Water Filter - https://amzn.to/31Hazft (Amazon)

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Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Cold Options Sep 12, 2019

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When you're looking to buy a boat, understanding the difference between a fridge and an ice box is critical. They're not the same thing!

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Storing Food Without Refrigeration: https://amzn.to/2Lo8jEA (Amazon)

Engel refrigeration: https://amzn.to/2LkTL8M (Amazon)

12 volt refrigeration: https://amzn.to/2LoOj57 (Amazon)

solar panels: https://amzn.to/2LoOopr (Amazon)

generator: https://amzn.to/2LmzH5X (Amazon)

Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com

Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com

Sponsor: Marmara Imports (http://www.marmaraimports.com/). 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.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Which Stainless for the Galley Sep 09, 2019

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You know that not all stainless steel is equal on a boat. It's true for the galley too. Learn how to buy stainless flatware that lasts and avoids rust.

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Stainless steel flatware - 18/10 https://amzn.to/31AURm5 (Amazon)

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Little Island, Big Memories Sep 05, 2019

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Hurricane Dorian hit small islands hard. Here are some memories from Green Turtle Cay in the Abacos.

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HELP FOR GREEN TURTLE CAY: https://www.gofundme.com/f/green-turtle-cay-hurricane-recovery-fund

HELP FOR ELBOW CAY (and other cays south of the Whale): https://www.gofundme.com/f/Hope4HopeTown

GENERAL BAHAMAS ASSISTANCE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/headknowles-emergency-funds

Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com

Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Holes In The Boat? Sep 05, 2019

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A discussion of boat gear, fixing things, and aesthetic preferences.

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Bulkhead mount compass (small): https://amzn.to/2Lbptp8 (Amazon)

Danforth compass repair and service: https://www.vikingcompass.com/daco.html

Bristol Channel Cutter: http://www.samlmorse.com

Rubbermaid containers: https://amzn.to/2LcVQDT (Amazon)

Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com

Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com

Sponsor: Shambala Sailing Adventures (https://www.shambalasailingadventures.com/), offering customized learning charters in Exumas, Bahamas. Sail her like you own her with coaching from Captain Suky Cannon. Contact her at CaptainSuky@gmail.com; mention this podcast for 10% off.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Buy the Right Gear to Save Water Sep 02, 2019

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Fresh water is limited when you live on a boat. Do you know how to pick the galley gear that will help you conserve water?

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

Vegetable brush: https://amzn.to/33xnvX6 (Amazon)

Silicone spatula: https://amzn.to/2H4B7j8 (Amazon)

Quality flatware without dirt-catching details: https://amzn.to/2MJCA2J (Amazon)

Sponsor: Marmara Imports (http://www.marmaraimports.com). 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.

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

Three Things I Wish I'd Known Aug 29, 2019

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What's important to know about going cruising? It's got nothing to do with boat size!

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

Watermaker: www.seatask.com

Sea beans: http://www.seabean.com/what.asp

Weather information: www.fastseas.com

Cockpit sand bucket: https://amzn.to/2MG81Lh (Amazon)

Favorite on-board cookbook: https://amzn.to/2L0I5rD (Amazon)

Email Nica: nica@fit2sail.com

Email Carolyn: carolyn@theboatgalley.com

Music: "Slow Down" by Yvette Craig

More Than One Way To Do Things Aug 26, 2019

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Arguing over how to do things can bring tension on board. And sometimes there's a good reason to do things the same way. But not always. Figuring out which is which makes life easier.

This episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by ugo wear (https://ugowear.com), 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

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