THIS PAGE IS DEDICATED TO THE MANY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WE WILL USE THROUGHOUT OUR CRUISING.

If the product or service works well and is good value for money we will recommend it. If it doesn’t come up to our expectations or fails to be good value we will not recommend it and we give you our candid reasons why we wouldn’t use the product or service again.

WATER MAKER (Desalinator) recommended Product

We used to use and recommend the “Spectra” brand of desalinators. Unfortunately they have become too expensive for us and the average boater, so we researched all the other brands and have discovered the “Echo-Tech” We have ordered one and will let you know how it goes after we install and test it. Watch this space.

TELEVISION AERIAL recommended Product

There are a few on the market and I have tried almost all of them over the years. The Saturn 3000 seems to be the choice of a lot of boaties. Originally designed to give good reception for motor homes and caravans it didn’t take long for the boating industry to quickly take advantage of this product. Don’t be persuaded to buy a cheaper brand as they seldom work effectively under salt water conditions. Contact Peter or Margaret on 1800 443 471 or email to sales@saturnantennas.com.au for more information.

AQUALUMA LIGHTS recommended Product

We have used these great additions to all our boats for over 7 years now and fully recommend them to everybody who cruises, fishes or just sits at the marina and has a drink.

It’s well known among top anglers that underwater lights have a huge drawing power for attracting all species of fish at night. Perfect for the avid fisherman, these lights are not only attractive to the boater but naturally attract fish and all sorts of marine animals, filling the waters beneath your boat with all sizes and types. Turn the back of your boat into a private aquarium These lights are a must for serious boaters, with easy and affordable installation. For more info contact them at 07 5519 4555 or email - info@aqualuma.com .

GARMIN recommended Product

We are proud to say we have fitted exclusively Garmin navigation and pilot equipment to our boat. The multi function screens are space savers and have all the navigation aids a skipper needs right at his fingertips. The auto pilot is one of the hardest working components on our boat as we use it on all legs. It functions superbly and I have total confidence in it to guide us safely to all our destinations.

XANTREX Inverters. recommended product

We are using these great inverters exclusively. We have two on board and they work very hard running a swag of 240 volt equipment…some of it runs 24 /7. I would go as far as saying these units are “Bullet Proof”.

BEST MARINAS TO STAY AT..Recommended services

We found the marina at Rosslyn Bay (Yepoon) was one of the friendliest and best. Price is right, and they have a courtesy car so you can go into town and do your shopping.

New Marina at Magnetic Island (off Townsville) was great and very cheap.

Marlin Marina at Cairns is always a favourite for it’s proximity to the city and all the shops. Price is very good also. The old marina at Urangan is another nice little marina and the fees are affordable. Tin Can bay is another nice friendly marina.

WORST MARINAS TO STAY AT. Not recommended at all

The Abel Point Marina at Airlie Beach is the most expensive and they do nothing to make you feel welcome. This is what probably contributed to them going belly up last year Their diesel prices are over the top as are their marina fees. You are far better to bypass them and go to Bowen Marina where the shopping is closer and less expensive as well. Or you can anchor up outside the marina entrance and dinghy in to the public jetty as most do. HAMILTON Island is not much better for the money you pay to moor there, and as for the prices on the island for a feed or a drink you will need to mortgage your boat to afford them.