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How to Install a Transom Drain Bung Without Causing Rot
There's a cruel irony built into one of the most common fittings on any boat. The transom drain bung exists to protect your boat, letting water drain out from inside the hull so it doesn't sit and cause damage. But...
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Gleam vs. Lust: Which TotalBoat Varnish is Right for Your Brightwork?
If your boat’s brightwork is looking a little dull—or you’re gearing up for your first-ever varnishing job—chances are you're choosing between TotalBoat Gleam and TotalBoat Lust. Both are premium marine...
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Bottom Paint Breakdown: What You Need to Know Before You Paint
Ah, bottom paint season—when boatyards come alive with sanding, scraping, and painting as everyone gets their boats ready for splash. If you're one of the many boaters wondering, “Which bottom paint...
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Fairing the Transom on a Bertram 25 with Andy from Boatworks Today
In the latest Boatworks Today episode, Andy Miller brings us into the dusty, repetitive, and oddly satisfying world of fairing—this time focusing on the transom of his Bertram 25. After...
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Hull Overhaul with Beau and Brandy Sailing
Last we checked in with Beau and Brandy Sailing, they were revamping their boat hatches and tackling the usual DIY boat life challenges with a healthy dose of humor and determination...
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A Solid Step Forward: Sail Life Installs Floors and Paints Engine Compartments
When you're deep in a boat refit, sometimes the most satisfying progress comes from the basics, having a solid place to stand. In the latest video from Sail Life, Mads...
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Special Offer for TotalBoat Customers on Cam Anderson’s “Mastering Epoxy” Online Epoxy Table Workshop
Mastering Epoxy with Cam Anderson of Blacktail Studio NOW Includes the Epoxy Table Workshop Bundle Hey, TotalBoat epoxy customers! Want a special deal on a complete how-to workshop video bundle...
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Building and Repairing Boats in a Remote Paradise: Sailing Parlay Revival in the Hermit Islands
In this episode of Sailing Parlay Revival, Colin is finishing up his time on an unforgettable journey to the Hermit Islands in Papua New Guinea, where he teams up with a...
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An In Depth Review of Thixo by Fish Bump TV
When it comes to epoxy application, ease of use, cleanliness, and precision can make all the difference. That’s exactly what Joe Buskins from Fish Bump TV set out to test in...
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Experimenting with Vacuum Infusion with Sail Life
Ava and Mads of Sail Life are back with another exciting update on their Antares 44 DIY catamaran refit! This week, Mads dives into vacuum infusion—a technique he’s eager to master...
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Boat Prep in Trinidad with Leading the Escapades
At TotalBoat, we love hearing about your adventures, and we love when we can be a part of them! To kick off the new year, we’re sharing a recent...
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Ignite Your Passion for High-Powered Rocketry: TotalBoat Teams Up with Xyla Foxlin for the Miss Fire Rocket Kit
At TotalBoat, we’re all about empowering makers to create extraordinary things, whether that’s a hand-carved wooden masterpiece, a perfectly polished boat, or a rocket that soars high into the stratosphere....
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The Epic Finale: Peter Sripol’s Lobster Boat Adventure
Peter Sripol’s lobster boat project has been a wild ride, and the finale is everything we hoped for—and more! Over a year of hard work, questionable choices, and a...
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