Stuff We Like
things we actually use — affiliate links help support our adventures!
tech
the gadgets and gear we rely on every day
SanDisk 2TB Extreme Portable SSD
Small, durable, and hasn't failed us across many miles. All our photos and videos live on this.
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Insta360 X5
Replaceable lens and nothing comes close to capturing video like this thing. Waterproof and rugged enough for life on the water.
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smart devices that make life aboard easier
Shelly 1 Mini Gen4
We use these to automate boat things. Tiny smart relay that enables smart DC-powered devices — a game changer for boat automation.
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Quad-Port 12V USB Outlet
Extra charging spots across the boat — USB-C and QC3.0 fast charging. Would work great in an RV too.
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Shelly H&T Gen3
Love the e-ink display and it syncs perfectly with Home Assistant. Temp and humidity anywhere you put it aboard.
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Victron GX Tank 140
Great little addition to the Cerbo — lets you add different types of digital tank sensors to your setup.
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Miboxer ZL5 LED Strip Controller
Great little controller to set up and automate LED strips. Zigbee compatible so it plays nicely with Home Assistant.
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ThirdReality Zigbee Smart Button
Best button for home automation we've used. Not perfect, but works pretty well as a 3-way remote with Home Assistant and Zigbee hubs.
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12V Thermostat Controller
Seems kinda silly, but we've fixed fridges with these and triggered fans based on temperature. Handy to have around for any 12V setup.
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the stuff that keeps yoto moving and us safe
Standard Horizon HX210 VHF
Great little handheld VHF — long battery life and it floats. Peace of mind in the dinghy or on deck.
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RovyVon Aurora A5 Flashlight
Great little keychain flashlight with white and red lights. Case glows in the dark and it's USB-C rechargeable.
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Gear Aid Aquaseal UV
Sealed up pin holes in a pair of nice waders we've had for years. Just a dab on the holes, set in the sun to cure — works amazingly well.
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NOCO GENIUS10
All the NOCO stuff is pretty good, but for a standard car or boat battery charger this one is hard to beat. Smart, reliable, works with lead-acid and lithium.
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SE Sport Hydrofoil
Get up on plane much easier with this. Not too hard to install yourself — just drill 4 holes through soft aluminum and bolt it on.
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Wera Zyklop Pocket Ratchet Set
Great little tool to keep in the galley or kitchen drawer. Tons of bits plus a pivoting, ratcheting head. Wera quality in a tiny package.
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Koonie Clip-On Fan
Battery powered and USB-C charged — amazing on the boat. Will last the whole night on low if fully charged.
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Neiko Combination Wrench Set
Great tools that have lasted several seasons without getting rusty despite heavy use on the boat.
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KNIPEX Diagonal Cutters
Always surprised at how strong these are. High leverage makes cutting through thick wire and cable effortless. KNIPEX quality is no joke.
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Wera Tool-Check Plus
The case breaks and sucks, but the tools inside are tiny and high quality. Great compact bit ratchet set for tight spaces on the boat.
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earning their spot in a tiny kitchen
Zojirushi Rice Cooker
If you eat rice a decent amount, this is a game changer. Perfect rice every time, no babysitting required.
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Cuisinart Smartnest Cookware Set
These nest together to save space and work great with the induction cooktop in our galley.
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Manual Veggie Chopper
Great for chopping up vegetables without using any power. Pull-string design, compact, and easy to clean.
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grilling favorites — even on the boat
Sure Shot Sid's Gunpowder Seasoning
Unique in a sea of seasonings — adds that charcoal taste when you haven't fired up the grill. Try it on a smash burger.
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Meat Church Fab 5 Sampler
All the Meat Church seasonings are good — just grab the sample pack of the most popular ones. Can't go wrong.
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Bryco Pink Butcher Paper
Need this for proper brisket cooking. Food-grade, unbleached, and unwaxed — wraps your meat right for the perfect bark.
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how we keep ourselves entertained aboard and ashore
Jumbo Hitster
Amazingly fun music party game. We've had many late nights with old and new friends playing this. Requires Spotify and a speaker!
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gear for when we go ashore
Helinox Beach Chair
Great chair to bring to the beach. Super lightweight, pretty easy to set up, and packs down small enough for the dinghy.
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