5 Things We Can't Live Without on Our Boat | Sailing Essentials | EPISODE 332
Welcome back to another episode of WE|Sail.
In this video, we're sharing the 5 must-have systems on our catamaran that keep us safe, self-sufficient, and sane while cruising remote anchorages. From navigating coral-filled passes in zero visibility to preventing those stressful anchoring moments (you know the ones!), these are the game-changers that make offshore cruising not just possible, but enjoyable.
After seven years of living on our sailboat full time and sailing over 30,000 nautical miles—from the Caribbean, through the Panama Canal, up the Pacific coast of Mexico, across the South Pacific, and now exploring Fiji—we've learned what gear is essential and what just takes up space.
What we cover:
✅ Our complete ground tackle system + the camera that saved our relationship
✅ How OpenCPN changed everything for reef navigation
✅ Why autopilot is our most valuable "crew member" (honorable mention)
✅ Living off-grid with watermakers (rain water collection) and solar
✅ Sail Wardrobe- why we have an arsenal of cloth
Whether you're outfitting a boat for cruising or already out here, this is what 7 years of real-world experience has taught us actually matters.
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ABOUT WESAIL:
We're Warren and Erica, we've been sailing full time for 7 years, with the last 3 years exploring the South Pacific. We share the real, unfiltered cruising life—the navigation challenges, the freediving adventures, and the moments that make it all worth it.
📍 Currently in: Fiji, island-hopping through the Yasawas
⛵ Plan: 6+ months exploring as many islands as we can
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