141: TWELVE Boat Hacks learned by new sailors

Boat life is not always easy so finding hacks, shortcuts, systems that work is essential. Over the past 9 months, we have found these 12 boat hacks/purchases to make a huge difference for our live aboard experience. We wanted to share them with you as they might make a difference for your life too!

The twelve hacks are below with credit to the person(s) we learned it/them from. And, a link to the online site where you can purchase the items.

1. Boat Diapers
CREDIT: Deb & Fraser Fisher
LINK: https://www.amazon.com/SPC-BPO500-BAS...
2. Froli Sleep System
CREDIT: Deb & Fraser Fisher
LINK: https://www.froli.com/en/bed-systems/
3. Mattress Suspenders
LINK: https://www.amazon.com/Bed-Sheet-Hold...
4. Bung Bouquet
LINK: https://www.amazon.com/Marine-City-Ta...
5. Anchor Picker Upper
CREDIT: Steve Cash
6. Clothes Clips
LINK: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
7. Ratchet Straps
LINK: https://www.amazon.com/USA-Ratchet-St...
8. Halyard Slap Preventer
CREDIT: Deb & Fraser Fisher
9. Dehumidifier
LINK: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hisense-50-P...


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