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Read more: Efficient Generator-Based Electrical Systems For YachtsAn analysis for any live-aboard cruiser who is considering a lifestyle that will require more than about 250 amp-hours at 12 volts (3 kWh) of electricity daily.
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More Morgan’s Cloud Videos: Salon, Galley, Forward and Aft Cabins
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Read more: More Morgan’s Cloud Videos: Salon, Galley, Forward and Aft CabinsA couple of commenters kindly said that the last group of videos we published about our engine room, workshop and chart table were pretty useful, even for those who have no interest in buying our boat, so hopefully these will be the same.
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Read more: Is Induction Cooking For Boats Practical?We are increasingly hearing about induction cooking on boats being the next big thing, and green, too. But what are the real numbers? John takes real world measurements and a deep dive into the results.
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eWincher Electric Winch Handle Review—Part 3, Reliability and Summary
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Read more: eWincher Electric Winch Handle Review—Part 3, Reliability and SummaryIn this third and final part, I’m going to share what I learned from grilling Chrysadev, the company that developed and makes eWincher, about reliability and service. And then I will wrap up with a summary that will help you decide if eWincher is right for you.
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Morgan’s Cloud Video Tour—Engine Room, Chart Table, Work Bench and Batteries
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Read more: Morgan’s Cloud Video Tour—Engine Room, Chart Table, Work Bench and BatteriesWe have written a huge amount about Morgan’s Cloud over the years, but have not shot much video of her. Putting her on the market has inspired us to shoot a bunch. Lots of tips that will be useful to any boat owner.
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eWincher Electric Winch Handle Review—Part 2, The Competition
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Read more: eWincher Electric Winch Handle Review—Part 2, The CompetitionIn Part 1 I shared our experience with eWincher on Morgan’s Cloud over this summer. In this follow up article I’m going to compare eWincher to electric winches as well as three competing products.
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Read more: Totally Amazing Weather ModelsHere is something totally and utterly banoodley, gob smackingly, amazing.
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Read more: eWincher Electric Winch Handle Review—Part 1, Our TestingThe eWincher is a breakthrough product, but is this expensive piece of kit something you need? John tests it thoroughly on a 56-foot sailboat and then takes a deep dive into its capabilities.
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Read more: Hurricanes: What The Blazes* and Taking a Few Days OffIn all my years of living and voyaging in hurricane-vulnerable places, I have never seen anything like the graphic above. Anyway, it looks like Teddy might come and visit us here in Nova Scotia early next week, and even if he doesn’t I can’t believe we will get through this season without a visitation from one […]
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Read more: Second Level Thinking About Offshore Voyaging BoatsSo what’s the best way to rig a boat, or the best hull design for offshore sailing, or the best place to mount electronics? There are no single best answers for any of that, but one thing for sure, lazy thinking and following the crowd does not yield good outcomes, or boats. John shares some tips on how to think about this stuff to arrive at the best solution for you.
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SeaAngel SA15 AIS Crew Overboard Beacon Compared to The Ocean Signal MOB1
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Read more: SeaAngel SA15 AIS Crew Overboard Beacon Compared to The Ocean Signal MOB1John and Phyllis believe that AIS crew overboard beacons are the single greatest advance in recovery technology in their lifetimes. But which one to buy: SeaAngel or Ocean Signal MOB1? John compares the two and ends with a recommendation.
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Read more: Sailboat Deck LayoutsIt’s amazing how few cruising boats actually have a good deck layout that makes them easy and fun to sail. John uses the Outbound 46 as an example of sail handling features he likes, and a few he doesn’t.
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Read more: US$30,000 Starter Cruiser—Part 2, The Boat We BoughtIn Part 1 Matt shared how he arrived at an all-in budget of US$30,000 for a starter cruiser. Now he shares his search process and reveals the boat they bought.
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Read more: Is It An Adventure?John agrees with most everything Matt wrote about buying a starter cruiser…except one thing.
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US$30,000 Starter Cruiser—Part 1, How We Shopped For Our First Cruising Sailboat
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Read more: US$30,000 Starter Cruiser—Part 1, How We Shopped For Our First Cruising SailboatColin looked at the practicality of getting a real offshore boat for US$100,000. Now Matt goes hunting for a starter cruiser at US$30,000, all in and ready to go (US15,000 buy price). Is this possible? He thinks so and is willing to throw his own money into the project to prove it.
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Read more: Washing Machines: Complexity and Space ConsiderationsCruisers are adding the comforts of home to their boats more than ever before, but what are the consequences? John takes a look.
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Read more: Planning a Refit— Keel Removal and InspectionOne of the most important things we need to think about when planning and budgeting a refit is what it will cost us if the keel must be removed for keel bolt inspection and repair, as is likely with many older boats.
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Read more: Morgan’s Cloud Interior Arrangement TourEverything you need to know about one of the most livable interior arrangements, both at sea and in harbour, you will ever find.
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Read more: Q&A Backing Out of a Bow-In Med MoorJohn tackles a vexing, and often stressful, close-quarters boat handling situation that is all too common, particularly in southern Europe.
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Read more: Cookies Won’t Keep Us Going in The LiferaftMost every liferaft and many abandon ship bags have emergency rations in them. But is this stuff really useful? John opens a bag to find out.
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Read more: Two New Designs From BoréalFifteen years after launching the first 44, Boréal have revealed their Mk2 version of this award winning design together with a 47 foot extended cockpit version. Colin tells us all about the changes and improvements.
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Read more: Why We Sold Our McCurdy and Rhodes 56The reasons for selling our beloved boat are not what most people think. And the real reasons, that John shares, will be of interest to many who are selecting a boat to buy.
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Read more: Stupid Alternator Regulators Get Smarter…FinallyOne of the biggest snow jobs in boat gear sales is the myth of the smart three-stage alternator regulator. In fact, the alternator regulators that have been available to us cruisers for about the last 15 years are not that bright…OK, they’re downright stupid. But, finally, we now have a truly smart regulator. John takes a look and comes away impressed.
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Read more: The Future of AACIt’s all good.
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Read more: Sail Area: Overlap, Multihulls, And Racing RulesOne of the most important decisions we need to make when buying an offshore voyaging sailboat is how much sail area, in relation to displacement, boat type, and draft, is right for our style of cruising.
