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Paddle North Loon's Nest vs. the Sunchill: The Two Differences That Matter
We compared Paddle North's 10ft Loon's Nest to the Sunchill. Two differences stand out — a ring you can actually sit on, and screw-down mounts for drink holders and GoPros — plus a tough rub rail and an overpressure valve built to last.
We Built a Boat Tracker — and an Anchor Alarm You Can Set From Shore
The tracking and anchor alarm we built for WhereIsOurBoat have run our own boat from the Dominican Republic to the BVI. The feature we love most: an anchor alarm you can set from your phone on shore.
Show Me Your Dinghy Light — A Full Season Aboard (Including a Night on the Seabed)
A full season on our outboard, one accidental night on the seabed in 15 feet of water, and it still works perfectly. Here is our take on the Show Me Your Dinghy light.
Wera Self-Setting Joker Review: Great Idea, Disappointing Execution
We love Wera tools. But the Joker ratcheting wrench slips in tight spaces, has too wide a ratcheting arc, and ends up being more trouble than a standard wrench when it matters.
Victron Cerbo GX Setup Guide: From Install to Remote Monitoring
The Cerbo GX ties your entire Victron system together. Here is how to install it, connect your devices, and set up remote monitoring via VRM.
Best Handheld Marine VHF Radio: Standard Horizon HX210 vs Icom IC-M25
Every boat needs a floating handheld VHF. We carry the Standard Horizon HX210 and explain why it beats the competition for under .
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