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THE BLOG
As we travel and explore the world we want to share the things we see, experience and learn with others. Our hope is to inspire you to undertake your own adventures or help make your life that little bit easier as you travel.
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Milwaukee M12 Polisher Sander Review
A great compact power tool for boats, the Milwaukee polisher and sander makes gel coat work easier.
Telicia
Mar 94 min read
Starlink for Boats Review - A Liveaboard Cruiser's Perspective
As a full time liveaboard cruiser here's my review on having Starlink installed aboard our boat.
Telicia
Feb 234 min read
Choosing the Right Starlink Mount for Your Boat
Choosing the right Starlink mount can be crucial on a boat so let's breakdown what's available with tips on what to look for.
Telicia
Feb 166 min read
The Best Marine Vinyl Cleaner for Your Boat Cushions!
After spending almost two years on the hardstand our cushions were looking drab and dirty when they finally came out of storage. All of...
Telicia
Dec 26, 20243 min read
Is the Current iPad Air M2 Worth It? An Owners Insight
Having owned the iPad Air M2 for month now here's my insight into whether or not it's worth it!
Telicia
Oct 23, 20247 min read
Installing STEINBAUER PowerModules on a Yanmar 4JH45
Here's some information including detailed photos on how STEINBAUER PowerModules can be installed on a Yanmar 4JH45 engine.
Travel Sketch
Oct 11, 20242 min read
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - Is the Upgrade Worth It?
Let's examine the difference between the new DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro and the Action 4 to see if upgrading is worth it for you.
Telicia
Oct 4, 20246 min read
Sony AX53 Review: A Camcorder for YouTube Adventures
A 4K camcorder, the Sony Handycam FDR-AX53 attracted our attention for YouTube with its impressive 20x zoom and inbuilt gimble mechanism.
Telicia
Jun 26, 20245 min read
Ruffwear Approach - Undeniably High Performance Dog Gear
After owning the Ruffwear Approach Dog Pack for 4+ years now, here's our review of the durability, design, pros and cons.
Telicia
Jun 13, 20244 min read
DJI Osmo Action 4 Review: Is it Better Than a GoPro?
After 3 months of ownership here's what we think of the DJI Osmo Action 4 as liveaboard sailors and YouTube content creators.
Telicia
May 13, 20247 min read
Shark Shield Review: Scientific Protection From Sharks
Looking for a shark repellant device that actually works? Here's a breakdown of the Ocean Guardian Shark Shield range!
Telicia
Apr 28, 20246 min read
Vlogging Yacht Life: Gear & Editing Equipment for a Sailing YouTube Channel
A quick review round up of the camera's, drones, action cams and software we used to create our sailing videos and travel vlogs for YouTube!
Telicia
Mar 21, 20247 min read
12 Things We Love Using in Our Yacht Galley
Having lived aboard our Leopard 45 for a few years we've taken a look at what's in our galley and have picked 12 things we love having!
Telicia
Feb 2, 20246 min read
Changing our Code 0 to a Facnor Discontinuous Furler
Step by step, here's how we changed our flying sail furler from a continuous to a discontinuous furling system that runs back to the helm.
Telicia
Jan 26, 20246 min read
Safely Boosting HP with STEINBAUER Marine PowerModules
We installed STEINBAUER PowerModules on our Leopard 45 Catamaran's Yanmar 4JH45 engines, and what a positive difference it has made!
Travel Sketch
Jan 17, 20244 min read
Buying the Sailrite Ultrafeed LSZ-1 Sewing Machine
​Having done the research and spoken to other cruisers, I decided to take the plunge and buy myself a Sailrite LSZ-1 sewing machine.
Telicia
Jan 16, 20244 min read
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