Batteries: understanding SOC, voltage and Victron alarms
6 checks
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Electrical endurance: build a 24-hour energy budget
6 checks
Marine diesel engines: cooling systems and a useful maintenance plan
6 checks
Saildrives: track oil, watertightness and corrosion separately
6 checks
Sails and reefing: prepare a controlled manoeuvre
6 checks
Safety aboard: turn an inventory into prepared actions
7 checks
Offshore sailing: prepare the route, weather and watches
7 checks
Long-distance cruising with children: a realistic departure plan
6 checks
The liveaboard budget: calculate the whole cost of cruising
6 checks
Buying a used boat: from initial shortlist to handover
7 checks
Planning a refit: priorities, quotations and acceptance checks
6 checks
Fresh water on a long voyage: manage reserves and the watermaker
7 checks