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Another alternative is to use sealed Gel batteries. Same chemistry as lead-acid. I have two wired in series for 24V thruster, charged by a dedicated 12V-24V charger which also monitors the SOC. Very simple, no problems over 2 years.

I'll add a second for Garmin. When we bought our boat three years ago, it had very little and very old electronics. Being an electronics junkie, this was just the excuse I needed. Having previous good experience with Garmin, settled on the 4210. I too did not want touch screens, but can see the...

Some gorgeous photos here. I'll try my hand, taken at Everett Marina, WA.

Pictures or it didn't happen! :)

We use Dish Network. At home, even though we are "looking" through trees, never had a problem even in rain. On the boat, we have an Intellian i2, and no problems even rolling around at anchor.

I too use a Verizon Mifi up here in the PNW. Works great. Be aware that Verizon no longer has unlimited data plans. My Mifi is part of a shared plan for 5 users (don't ask :eek:); the data comes in $10.00/2Gb chunks.

Thank You! To all: Thanks for the welcome here. Now to finish up the prep for the coming season before it's gone!:D Pete: I've been following your progression of boats for awhile now on BOC. Sounds like you finally got settled for awhile.

Hello to all from the PNW. I have spent time on the BOC and IboatNW forums, and through them found this one. I am a retired airline pilot (2years retired after 41 years) and am enjoying the "low & slow" life. My wife & I are from Hawaii, and moved up to the Northwest 7 years ago mostly for job...