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Making it work. Massive solar upgrade
Installing more solar has been a common job onboard both of our boats over the years. Solar is the backbone of our electrical system. Without it we would need to run generators or the engine…
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Proudly Handmade in Victoria, British Columbia
Every Salt Legacy product begins and ends in our small workshop in Victoria, BC. With a team that’s usually fewer than three people, every bag is carefully handcrafted from reclaimed sailcloth—cut, sewn, and finished one…
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The Dog Days of Boat Surveying
It’s a beautiful, sunny day when I arrive at a blocked cruiser at a local marina to get started. I glance at the hull identification number and the pleasurecraft license, just to make sure everything’s…
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Reading the Sky: What Boaters Need to Know About Summer Storms on Canadian Waters
The forecast said “mainly sunny.” So why is that cloud bank rolling in from the northwest? Every experienced boater has a version of this story. You left the dock in perfect conditions, spent a few…
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Some of The Most Common Service Calls— And How to Avoid Them
After more than 40 years on the water, the team at C-Tow Marine Assistance has seen a lot. And every spring, without fail, the same calls start coming in as boaters shake off the winter…
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Do You Need a Chartplotter for Boating? Apps vs Hardware Comparison
Walk into any marine electronics store and salespeople immediately steer you toward chartplotter displays costing $500, $1000, $2000 or more, plus professional installation fees adding hundreds to the total. The pitch emphasizes bright screens, marine-grade…
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Refinishing with a Twist – epoxy countertop
There comes a time on every boat when you have no choice but to give her a little TLC. Sometimes it’s a cracked gel coat or one of the many things that broke on your…
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Sharing the Water: How Boaters Can Help Protect Whales and Marine Life
There’s nothing quite like the moment a whale surfaces beside your boat — that ancient, breathtaking presence breaking the waterline, close enough to hear the exhale. For many boaters, it’s the most memorable experience on…
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Keeping Your Boat Looking Its Best with JAX WAX Marine Products
Owning a boat means dealing with constant exposure to sun, water, salt, dirt, oxidation, and grime. Over time, these elements can dull finishes, stain surfaces, dry out vinyl, and reduce the overall appearance of your…
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Sailboat Sewing: The Must-Have Gear That Actually Holds Up at Sea
If you spend enough time on a sailboat, you quickly realize one thing: eventually everything needs love. Cushions fade. Zippers fail. Biminis tear. Sail covers get eaten alive by UV. And if you’re cruising remotely…
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