Steve Mitchell

The first few months of owning a new boat are a flurry of exciting adventures and projects, and Kaos was no exception.

Starlink is a great option to stay connected while at anchor or at the dock. There are still some challenges, but combined with a cellular router, it makes a powerful solution.

Peplink's new Maritime series of antennas prove to be well built, have lots of coverage for various bands, and are a prime contender for any marine setup.

My first revision internet setup for Kaos including multiple 5G cellular links, domes, marine grade antennas, access points and more.

I've installed new lighting, batteries, and dealt with challenges around the electrical system. I began my electronics conversion, and have replaced my toilets. Even more projects are on the horizon.

Kaos is a 1994 Symbol pilothouse yacht that became part of our family in January 2022

The Hurricane Chinook hydronic heater is a compact, multi-function system with instant hot water and other useful features.

Rendezvous, an Ocean Alexander 420 Sundeck motor yacht, is for sale!

The Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G is a powerful router capable of excellent performance on both 4G and 5G, and is a top pick for internet connectivity on a boat.

Starlink is still a very new technology, and not ready for being used underway or at anchor. However, in a marina it might work OK.

There have been a lot of new cellular antennas that have come out in the last few months from Peplink. I've been testing some of them for a while, and have some interesting findings.

Oro Bay on the south end of Anderson Island in the Salish Sea is a beautiful anchorage with a nearby park, quiet privacy, and wonderful views.