5 Things We Can't Live Without on Our Boat | Sailing Essentials | EPISODE 332
Welcome back to another episode of WE|Sail.
In this video, we’re sharing the 5 must-have systems on our catamaran that keep us safe, self-sufficient, and sane while cruising remote anchorages. From navigating coral-filled passes in zero visibility to preventing those stressful anchoring moments (you know the ones!), these are the game-changers that make offshore cruising not just possible, but enjoyable.
After seven years of living on our sailboat full time and sailing over 30,000 nautical miles—from the Caribbean, through the Panama Canal, up the Pacific coast of Mexico, across the South Pacific, and now exploring Fiji—we’ve learned what gear is essential and what just takes up space.
What we cover:
✅ Our complete ground tackle system + the camera that saved our relationship
✅ How OpenCPN changed everything for reef navigation
✅ Why autopilot is our most valuable “crew member” (honorable mention)
✅ Living off-grid with watermakers (rain water collection) and solar
✅ Sail Wardrobe- why we have an arsenal of cloth
Whether you’re outfitting a boat for cruising or already out here, this is what 7 years of real-world experience has taught us actually matters.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro
05:08- #1 Ground Tackle & Anchor Camera
06:55 – #2 Open CPN Satelite Charting
09:07- #3 Rain Collection System
11:16 – #4 Solar Array
13:17 – Honorable Mentions Starlink
14:32 – #5 Sail Wardrobe
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⚓ Thanks for watching! If you’re new here, subscribe to follow our journey through Fiji and beyond.
#sailingfiji #fiji #liveaboard #cruisinglife #southpacific #sailingvlog #boatlife #wesail #islandhopping
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ABOUT WESAIL:
We’re Warren and Erica, we’ve been sailing full time for 7 years, with the last 3 years exploring the South Pacific. We share the real, unfiltered cruising life—the navigation challenges, the freediving adventures, and the moments that make it all worth it.
📍 Currently in: Fiji, island-hopping through the Yasawas
⛵ Plan: 6+ months exploring as many islands as we can
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🤑 Get 20% OFF ENTIRE Purchase using code: WEYOUTUBER
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FOLLOW our day-to-day updates:
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📆 Want to come Sail with us for the next WE|Sail Patreon Charter in 2026?
👉 https://www.wesail.world/upcoming-events
Email us today for more details…
[email protected]
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If you are also interested in booking your very own charter, consider booking with Navigare Yachting. Use the discount code linked below for special discount rates with WE|Sail!
Use the below link to book with them today!
👉 https://navigare-yachting.com/en/destinations/wesail?ny=4668
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Our Sail Partner @PrecisionSailLoftVictoria –
👉 https://www.precisionsailloft.com/about/our-partners/wesail/
🚣 Our NEW Highfield Dingy Partner @Highfieldboats
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Songs Featured in this episode come from @epidemicsound
🎼 Want Royalty Free Music click on the link below!!!
👉 https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/ad6geh
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Welcome back to another episode of WE|Sail.
In this video, we're sharing the 5 must-have systems on our catamaran that keep us safe, self-sufficient, and sane while cruising remote anchorages. From navigating coral-filled passes in zero visibility to preventing those stressful anchoring moments (you know the ones!), these are the game-changers that make offshore cruising not just possible, but enjoyable.
After seven years of living on our sailboat full time and sailing over 30,000 nautical miles—from the Caribbean, through the Panama Canal, up the Pacific coast of Mexico, across the South Pacific, and now exploring Fiji—we've learned what gear is essential and what just takes up space.
What we cover:
✅ Our complete ground tackle system + the camera that saved our relationship
✅ How OpenCPN changed everything for reef navigation
✅ Why autopilot is our most valuable "crew member" (honorable mention)
✅ Living off-grid with watermakers (rain water collection) and solar
✅ Sail Wardrobe- why we have an arsenal of cloth
Whether you're outfitting a boat for cruising or already out here, this is what 7 years of real-world experience has taught us actually matters.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
05:08- #1 Ground Tackle & Anchor Camera
06:55 - #2 Open CPN Satelite Charting
09:07- #3 Rain Collection System
11:16 - #4 Solar Array
13:17 - Honorable Mentions Starlink
14:32 - #5 Sail Wardrobe
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⚓ Thanks for watching! If you're new here, subscribe to follow our journey through Fiji and beyond.
#sailingfiji #fiji #liveaboard #cruisinglife #southpacific #sailingvlog #boatlife #wesail #islandhopping
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ABOUT WESAIL:
We're Warren and Erica, we've been sailing full time for 7 years, with the last 3 years exploring the South Pacific. We share the real, unfiltered cruising life—the navigation challenges, the freediving adventures, and the moments that make it all worth it.
📍 Currently in: Fiji, island-hopping through the Yasawas
⛵ Plan: 6+ months exploring as many islands as we can
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
🛍 Want some WE|Sail Merch??? Check out the WE|Sail $WAG $TORE
👉 https://www.wesail.world/wesail-swag-store
🤑 Get 20% OFF ENTIRE Purchase using code: WEYOUTUBER
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FOLLOW our day-to-day updates:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wesail
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wesail
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
⚓ Support us on Patreon and join our sailing charters: https://www.patreon.com/wesail
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
📆 Want to come Sail with us for the next WE|Sail Patreon Charter in 2026?
👉 https://www.wesail.world/upcoming-events
Email us today for more details...
[email protected]
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you are also interested in booking your very own charter, consider booking with Navigare Yachting. Use the discount code linked below for special discount rates with WE|Sail!
Use the below link to book with them today!
👉 https://navigare-yachting.com/en/destinations/wesail?ny=4668
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Our Sail Partner @PrecisionSailLoftVictoria -
👉 https://www.precisionsailloft.com/about/our-partners/wesail/
🚣 Our NEW Highfield Dingy Partner @Highfieldboats
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Songs Featured in this episode come from @epidemicsound
🎼 Want Royalty Free Music click on the link below!!!
👉 https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/ad6geh
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