https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/living-on-a-small-boat-blog.html The Living on a Small Boat Blog and the Liveaboard Boat Blog with all you need to keep up to date en-us living on a small boat blog Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:05:11 -0400 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:05:11 -0400 sailboatliveaboard.com https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/how-to-live-on-a-sailboat.htmlf77910e11135a8d9906c8730e7df5668How to Live on a Sailboat. New to the liveaboard life? Learn what it’s really like to live on a sailboat,, essential cruising skills, boat systems, and tips.
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:05:04 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Sailboat-liveaboard-life-explained.html6ab551e0fe63b928cc290b4f3010c9d4Sailboat Liveaboard Life Explained, A clear explanation of real sailboat liveaboard life, covering daily routines, space limits, maintenance, weather exposure Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:03:46 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Choosing-a-sailboat-for-liveaboard.html401214b307cf7166c499e41b735e3363Guide to choosing a sailboat for liveaboard full time, covering hull types, layouts, storage, systems, comfort, and key features for long term liveaboard life. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:31:14 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/sailboat-navigation-basics-and-fundamentals.html6cf12e1a8f3aa3f0502ed2c3192feb29Learn sailboat navigation basics and fundamentals, including route planning, anchoring, mooring, weather awareness, harbour operations, and safety Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:22:18 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/basic-sailing-seamanship-skills.htmla6f95aeec668db37308427df5cea9e78Basic Sailing Seamanship Skills for safe sailing including vessel preparation, crew safety, emergency readiness, heavy weather sailing crisis management.
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:21:23 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/temp-sender-or-alarm-electronics.htmlf94783b0678b6fc469f66858b4e9f0d9Great website! I have a Volvo MD21b with a single temp sender. Temp gauge shows normal but alarm intermittently bleeps when normal engine temp is reached. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:04:38 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/how-a-sailboat-works.html1ab33f7c8375315442fbf73a7d098edeHow a Sailboat Works. How the hull, keel, rudder, mast, rigging, sails, control lines, sail trim, boat handling, and wind awareness work together to move boat
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:44:04 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/How-to-cross-a-coastal-bar-safely.htmlc64466b1c5c1c3990c5dbdd3c70a3ad4How to Cross a Coastal Bar Safely covering timing, swell behaviour, boat handling, psychology, and safe technique for any Australian bar.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:37:03 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Sailboat-Navigation-Skills-Guide.html5707992b63bbf60a32c3591b13ac0e1fSailboat Navigation Skills Guide - A practical sailboat navigation hub covering chart types, position fixing, depth interpretation, buoyage, pilotage Mon, 1 Jun 2026 22:07:03 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Sailboat-daily-operations-guide.htmle355f966b55ca209cd94a74e873521cdSailboat daily operations guide for watchkeeping, logs, engine checks, power, water, sail trim, deck inspections and safety readiness. Mon, 1 Jun 2026 22:02:53 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Sailboat-chart-navigation-guide.htmlaeaa5a557cff1a1475641a504c20b426: Sailboat chart navigation guide for paper charts, electronic charts, route checks, hazard control and chart display use. Mon, 1 Jun 2026 21:31:06 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/liveaboard-sailboat-systems-guide.html71b645cf87904b2c05394a5dcafc1fa6Liveaboard Sailboat Systems Guide maintenance, repairs, DIY projects, power management, fuel systems, engine operations, communications and onboard technology. Mon, 1 Jun 2026 01:41:58 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Cartagena-yacht-cruising-guide.html605bc3b9a28efd1a0c561c10c349a730Cartagena yacht cruising guide with approaches, anchorage depths, named marinas, provisioning points, and marine services
Tue, 26 May 2026 01:58:56 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/anchor-light-for-boat.html1c82e61486dc6911df28b46b3986e3faLearn anchor light for boat requirements. USCG rules, 360° visibility, LED options, mounting tips, and safety requirements explained.
Mon, 25 May 2026 23:36:00 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/anchor-chain-bitter-end-release.htmlf584a52dbeb8563ebc7849ae64bad8f5Learn how the anchor chain bitter end release works, why it’s essential, and how to release your anchor safely in an emergency.
Mon, 25 May 2026 23:13:53 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/boat-cockpit-drains.htmlac2509ace8227493b1556e8ebb58b5cbLearn how boat cockpit drains work, including scuppers, screens, hose sizes and safe overboard drainage, cockpit drains are the hidden water system.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:59:14 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/black-water-and-grey-water-systems-on-a-sailboat.htmlc363cd6bd0682df2c27661d0c9d3f262Learn how black water and grey water systems on a sailboat work, including toilets, holding tanks, discharge rules, maintenance, and common problems.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:38:46 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/boat-fresh-water-pump-troubleshooting.htmle8694359f490bcf7012fb33bc1ff507cLearn about boat fresh water pump troubleshooting, fix short cycling, restore pressure, and diagnose leaks or air in the system.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:06:07 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/anchor-weight-for-boat-size.html4dc8fde670031f83c07b272b757ac8f2Anchor weight for boat size explained. Use charts, rules of thumb and safety factors to choose the right anchor for your vessel. Don't get it wrong
Mon, 25 May 2026 21:32:49 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Southern-atlantic-crossing-guide.htmld82b90b2fd93d8b7f6f857358dce2f19Southern Atlantic crossing guide with SE trades, South Atlantic High behaviour, staging ports, and safe routing from Brazil to South Africa.
Mon, 25 May 2026 21:21:48 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Sailing-to-Lord-Howe-Island.htmlfd9350a16747d5d41d31e591b3a68d45A practical cruising guide for yachts sailing to Lord Howe Island, covering navigation, entry, weather, provisioning, fuel, water and local requirements
Mon, 25 May 2026 21:07:02 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/engine-burning-oil.html1f0825e7d118dfd7e3dd8a3905a58b73Explore the causes of an engine burning oil, from worn rings to valve seals and turbo leaks, plus how to diagnose each failure mode.
Mon, 25 May 2026 21:01:34 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/anchor-chain-snubber.html7cbe8de5ab3af66b338c43cd40fdcb68Anchor chain snubbers protect windlass, absorb shock loads, reduces noise, and improves anchoring comfort. Learn how snubbers work and how to rig them safely.
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:57:35 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/boat-exhaust-systems.html3b267ea844704a75b8b949d239cba8f6Learn how boat exhaust systems work, from mixing elbows to waterlocks, and how to diagnose steam, overheating, and back‑pressure issues.
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:46:21 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/joker-valve.htmld67219d71dd91220bd8dc97ebd277065The Joker Valve is a critical component in the toilet, cause of so much drama
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:40:00 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/exhaust-water-trap.html5ccdd0c05f70ad502aebce8ebcaf4792Learn how an exhaust water trap works, how it prevents back‑siphoning, and how to diagnose leaks, flooding, and hydrolock risks.
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:19:16 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/exhaust-elbow.html225cfde0f0b9c7e96ca6be4413697f5fLearn how a marine exhaust elbow works, common failure symptoms, and how to diagnose blockages, corrosion, steam, and overheating.
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:10:46 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/marine-anti-siphon-valve.html2347f9a8caa59cc82e75af828833024bLearn the difference between a siphon break and a marine anti siphon valve, how each works, and how they prevent raw‑water back‑siphoning.
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:09:46 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/marine-diesel-fuel-consumption.html80610e949a99aa9237b8010c8e9be5b2Learn typical marine diesel fuel consumption rates in litres per hour and how RPM, hull speed, and loading affect range and fuel planning
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:06:33 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/coolant-expansion-tank.htmlab87f52d0de33eca00803fe994882416Learn how a coolant expansion tank works, how to check levels, and how to diagnose leaks, overflow, and pressure‑cap failures
Mon, 25 May 2026 20:01:40 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/engine-oil-dipstick.html115c654e2c556cbc50889a154562d70cLearn how to read an engine oil dipstick, check oil level, and spot early signs of engine problems.
Mon, 25 May 2026 05:54:52 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Mediterranean-yacht-cruising-guide.html1d5f74164063cb64ae9b0655fb0576e3Mediterranean yacht cruising guide with navigation fundamentals, weather patterns, entry rules, provisioning logic, and links to all country level hubs. Wed, 13 May 2026 22:46:46 -0400 https://www.sailboatliveaboard.com/Menorca-Balearics-Sailing-Guide.htmle00d387ca204b2f43a3162c3fa71a905Menorca Balearics Sailing Guide with ports, anchorages, winds, currents, fuel, water, provisioning, marine services and Posidonia rules.
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