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How Many Solar Panels Do I Need for My Boat?

"How much solar do I need?" is the question we get more than almost any other. And the honest answer is: it depends — but it's not complicated to figure out once you know the three numbers you're w...

LiFePO4 vs AGM Marine Battery: Which Should You Buy?

Lithium or AGM? It's the most common question we hear from boaters upgrading their electrical system. Here's an honest side-by-side breakdown — including the real cost comparison over time — so you...

Torqeedo Travel XP Review: The 5HP Electric Outboard Built for Bigger Boats

Torqeedo has been building the Travel series for years, and it's been the go-to portable electric outboard for sailors, cruisers, and dinghy owners who want serious performance in a manageable pack...

How to Size a Battery Bank for Your Boat

Not sure how big your boat's battery bank needs to be? Our ABYC-certified technicians walk you through the exact process — from calculating daily loads to choosing the right chemistry — with real n...

How to Choose the Right Victron MPPT Solar Charge Controller for Your System

Our lead technician Wesley walks you through the entire process of selecting, sizing, and configuring a Victron SmartSolar MPPT charge controller — from reading the model numbers to dialing in sett...

Electric Outboards Compared: ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus vs Torqeedo Travel vs TEMO 1000

As more boaters make the switch to electric propulsion, choosing the right motor becomes essential. Whether you’re powering a dinghy, tender, or small sailboat, factors like range, battery technolo...

Power Smarter: The Victron Cerbo GX — The Brain of Modern Marine, RV and Off-grid Power Systems

In the world of marine electrification, power is only as smart as the system behind it. The Victron Energy Cerbo GX is the intelligent communication hub that transforms batteries, inverters, charge...

How to Integrate RuuviTag Sensors into a Victron System

Adding environmental sensors to your Victron power system opens up new ways to protect your equipment, monitor onboard conditions, and automate alerts—all wirelessly. That’s where RuuviTag Bluetoot...

Torqeedo Travel 903 Review: Lightweight, Smart Power for Tenders & Dinghies

Torqeedo’s new Travel 903, launched in September 2023, combines the portability of the original Travel series with upgraded performance and efficiency—making it a standout in lightweight electric p...

Sol-Go Flexible Solar Panels Review: Premium Performance vs. Budget Options

Flexible solar panels have exploded in popularity for boaters, vanlifers, and off-grid users looking for lightweight, low-profile solar. But not all flexible panels are created equal. At Blue Marin...