Practical Boat Owner

LESSONS LEARNED

Fit a high water alarm in the bilge – it’s cheap and easy to do! This is important because if you’re voyaging on a sunny day, eating prepared food and enjoying the view, you may not look below for several hours, even though you know you should.

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