Trivia & Fun Facts
Boat Names: Is It Really That Important?
A boat is not just a boat to a “true-blue cruiser”. It’s our home, our life, our “escape pod” and we feel very attached to
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Seamanship
When to Reef the Sails on a Catamaran
Reefing a cruising catamaran is normally determined by wind speed and not the action of the boat itself. It is difficult to determine when a
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Trivia & Fun Facts
Why are Boats Named after Women?
Outremer Catamaran For centuries, mankind has braved the ocean in an effort to explore the wide-open spaces of the world. Boating is now more of
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Favorite Stuff
UV Swimwear
UV Swimwear Coolibar offers great sun protective swimwear options for the whole family. This swimsuits give you ultimate sun protection for snorkeling and diving. They
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Guru Causes
Please, rethink Plastic!
Say “No” To Plastic Our oceans and its wildlife are suffering because of the choices we make as consumers. Join Catamaran Guru in saying no
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TV Installation & Electric Winch Conversion
Watch how Maz Ocean does a TV installation and how to do a conversion from a regular winch to an electric winch on a Leopard
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Favorite Stuff
Dremel Rotary Tool
Dremel 8220 Rotary Tool is a Must for Cruisers Dremel 8200 12V MAX High-Performance Cordless Rotary Tool is a must-have for any man’s (or woman’s)
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Favorite Stuff
Bucket Head Wet/Dry Vac
Wet/Dry Vac, Cruiser Essential The Bucket Head Wet/Dry Vac is undoubtedly one of our BEST pieces of equipment on board at under $25! It is
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Trivia & Fun Facts
What is Scurvy and How Do I Not Get It?
Scurvy is a deficiency that is caused by a lack of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in a person’s diet. Vitamin C is essential for the
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Seamanship
Top Ten Rules For Good Seamanship
We have all heard the saying: Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents a Piss Poor Performance. Well, anyone who has ever done long passages or even
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News
2003 Voyage 44 Price Reduced
2003 Voyage 440 Charter Version Price Reduced $265,000. SOLD! This 2003 Voyage 440 catamaran for sale is currently in a charter fleet. The charter company
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Boat Maintenance
Catamaran Haulout Checklist
The annual haul-out of your catamaran is essential to protect your investment and to ensure your enjoyment and confidence in the vessel in the months
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Guru Causes
Sustainable Travel Tips
Travel Sustainably As a traveler, you can do a lot to help ensure that tourism remains a positive experience for travelers and hosts alike. The
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Favorite Stuff
E-book Reader
E-book Readers: convenient and Save Space I never thought I would love an electronic device this much, but for as much as I read and
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Favorite Stuff
Recommended Reading: A Sail of Two Idiots
Recommended Reading: A Sail of Two Idiots A Sail of Two Idiots by Renee D. Petrillo is a must-read for any liveaboard. While we are partial
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Favorite Stuff
Standup Paddle Board (SUP)
Standup Paddle Board (SUP) An inflatable standup paddle board is the best investment I’ve ever made as part of my fitness routine. It is a
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Charter Management Tips
End of Program: Yacht Phase-Out
If yacht phase-out with your yacht charter management program with a large charter company is imminent, this article is for you. These tips will help
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Cruiser Resources
Boat Denaming Ceremony
We have had several requests for copies of John Vigor’s Boat Denaming Ceremony. John Vigor is a boating writer and resident of Bellingham, Washington. Below is
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