Dumbbells (up to 16 pounds each) and ankle weights (up to 8 pounds) that fill with water when you work out, then deflate to a few ounces and a few inches when not in use.
[AquaBells, Pilot Hill, CA, USA]
A good way to stay fit on a long cruise: use a compact stationary bike with control monitor for speed, resistance, heart rate etc. One-vendor article. 1 page.
[PassageMaker, April 1997]
New instrument measures vital signs and radios them to a doctor.
[Cruising World, March 2003]
One- or two-day courses on how to prepare for isolated travel, access and treat common injuries and illnesses, and set up a comprehensive medical chest.
[Morley Yachting Services, Port Stanley, ON, Canada]
Extensive list with good search facility. Covers just about any cruising topic. Tree and branch format for threads.
[The Sailing Company, Middletown, RI, USA]
Unmoderated forum on sail and power cruising. Lots of good advice and other resources, but you have to do some searching.
[Usenet, USA]
Unmoderated forum on various sailing topics. Some useful cruising information here, but you need to dig and you need to be selective..
[Usenet, USA]
A discussion board and photo gallery for cruising sailors and wannabes. Many specialized forums, including engines, multihulls, maintenance, piracy, the galley, insurance, destinations, and many more.
[Cruisers Forum, Buskerud, Norway]
Members of one of the largest cruising clubs exchange information and opinions on all cruising topics. No search facility. Use Ctrl-F on message titles, or just browse.
[Seven Seas Cruising Association, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA]
Threaded discussion board on many cruising subjects.
[Cruisenews Network, South Haven, MI, USA]