Before reading on, please take a moment to fill out this week’s survey so we can share your thoughts and experiences with the Cruising Compass family.
Do you have an outdoor/cockpit grill on your boat?
Thanks to all readers who took the time to answer last week’s Survey on carrying a vacuum bagger on your boats. We had a good response and 38% of those who replied do carry a vacuum bagger. Of those who do not, 16% say they are considering carrying one aboard in the future. Of those who do, this is how they use their vacuum bagger: 84% to preserve food; 66% to keep items dry, like matches; and, 31% for storing clothing not used when cruising or when heading home for a while.
Here are some comments from readers:
“Motor parts and infrequently used tools and electronics.”
“Spare parts and rarely used specialty tools.”
“We had one for a few years when just starting out. 20% or more leaked after a few months and we just found it not really necessary.”
