**🥶 Hunkered Down in SW FL on a Sailboat with 2 Cats 🐾** Cold snap today, so we’re cozied up aboard *Salty Abandon* — me, Tuxey, Mango, and a little space heater humming away. Sure, I’ve got central heat and air, but when I’m on shore power, that little heater keeps us toasty. Not every sailing day is about wind and waves… sometimes it’s about the quiet comfort of life aboard. ☕️⛵ 🎙️ **Clips & Full Episodes here:** [https://saltypodcastplaylist.saltyabandon.com](https://saltypodcastplaylist.saltyabandon.com) SALTY ABANDON: Cap'n Tinsley, Orange Beach, AL Oct 2020 to Present: 1998 Island Packet 320 Nov 2015 - Oct 2020: 1988 Island Packet 27 Feb - Nov 2015: 1982 Catalina 25 SALTY PODCAST is LIVE every Wed at 6pm Central and is all about the love of sailing! SUPPORT THE PODCAST: [http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon](http://patreon.com/SaltyAbandon) YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: [https://saltypodcastplaylist.saltyabandon.com](https://saltypodcastplaylist.saltyabandon.com) I’m partnering with BETTER BOAT to test out some of their gear on the water. These are affiliate links — if you buy through them, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). GEAR FEATURED IN MY UPCOMING VIDEOS: 🛟 Boat Fenders → [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08S1PXKKR](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08S1PXKKR) ⚓ Dock Lines → [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BS4BNYR9](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BS4BNYR9) 🧽 Exterior Cleaning Kit → [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BL533KR7](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BL533KR7) OTHER BOAT GEAR: Purisan Waste Filtration System: [https://amzn.to/4eLZCQ6](https://amzn.to/4eLZCQ6) LISTEN TO THE PODCAST (Audio only): Apple: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/salty-podcast-sailing/id1732800578](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/salty-podcast-sailing/id1732800578) Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/1qUHKGBDJSiwEZUFiF6CwO](https://open.spotify.com/show/1qUHKGBDJSiwEZUFiF6CwO) or anywhere you get your podcasts! MY PODCAST GEAR: HP ZBook Studio 16 inch G11 Mobile Workstation PC Wolf Pro Security Edition HP Thunderbolt Dock 280W G4 with Combo Cable: [https://amzn.to/44c7IyG](https://amzn.to/44c7IyG) Shure Podcast Mic: [https://amzn.to/49ndAoI](https://amzn.to/49ndAoI) Insta360Link AI Cam: [https://amzn.to/49IuKNb](https://amzn.to/49IuKNb) Instag360 GO3s: [https://amzn.to/46aYUK6](https://amzn.to/46aYUK6) Mic Boom Arm: [https://amzn.to/42iVDVN](https://amzn.to/42iVDVN) Elgato Prompter: [https://amzn.to/3LHuS5L](https://amzn.to/3LHuS5L) Stream deck+: [https://amzn.to/3zX3m1s](https://amzn.to/3zX3m1s) TeamGee Laptop Extender: [https://amzn.to/3G8rocK](https://amzn.to/3G8rocK) Desktop Light Stand: [https://amzn.to/4dpvvg4](https://amzn.to/4dpvvg4) DJI Wireless Lav Mic: [https://amzn.to/3RPqAws](https://amzn.to/3RPqAws) DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone: [https://amzn.to/45WQtjI](https://amzn.to/45WQtjI) Instag360 GO3s: [https://amzn.to/46aYUK6](https://amzn.to/46aYUK6) Rodecaster Pro II Podcast Console: [https://amzn.to/49nZ2o9](https://amzn.to/49nZ2o9) PODCAST TOOLS Streamyard: [https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608](https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5430067749060608) #saltyabandon #sailing #podcast #sailboat #islandpacket #sailinglife #saillife #sailingtrip #sailingadventure #smoothsailing #sailingworld #sailingaway #islandpacket #IP320 #boatcats #cozylife #sailingvlog #liveaboardlife #SWFlorida #fairweathersailor

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I've started the 2nd prototype wheelhouse extension (and dismantled the first). We had proved the concept but wanted the central fixed part a little narrower. The goals are a full cockpit enclosure AND moving the mainsheet from the top of the aft cabin to above the wheelhouse (better safety and a better sheeting angle). We also refitted the timber trim on the port side complete with the front zip for the first removable window section. We are now living aboard our Rival 38 Centre Cockpit full-time while finishing a refit so we can launch ASAP. We have a frequently updated blog at https://sustainablesailing.net with membership options and a weekly newsletter at £2 per month for Early Bird Supporters. Our free Sustainable Sailing book is at: https://sustainablesailing.codeberg.page/ Or visit our shop at https://sustainablesailing.teemill.com/ for great hoodies, t-shirts and bags. When we bought Vida in August 2019 she was in a very tired and damp condition with all original equipment and fittings (much of it not working). We have removed all the gas, diesel and paraffin equipment, and are installing all-electric (motor, cooking etc). More details on our blog at https://sustainablesailing.net/ Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SustainSailing Mastodon: https://mas.to/@SustainableSailing

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Big and small the Sint Maarten bridge is open to all. We’re heading out on another adventure. Looks like a lot of us are on this morning as we wait for the 10:30am opening! #sailingadventures #sailingexperience #crusinglifestyle #sailinglifestyle #sailingbritican #boatlife #short

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