The holy grail of all questions nautical

[Will Gilmore]

Not sure how well that one works if you are in a marina...

dj

I think that depends on how many other sailors take that approach.

-Chill Will

 

[jssailem]

I think that depends

Will work in many situations
For day sailing.

 

[dLj]

I think that depends on how many other sailors take that approach.

-Chill Will

I was actually thinking more along the lines of the often filthy water - but to your point, that could exacerbate that issue..

dj

 

[twodzusfittings]

Add a silica moisture absorbing packet to your zip lock bag. I use them in all my non food sealed containers to have that peace of mind.

 

[Ralph Johnstone]

I was actually thinking more along the lines of the often filthy water - but to your point, that could exacerbate that issue..

Not at all. I would think the filthy opaque water of the marina would provide welcome protection to the eyes of anyone not expecting to see such a "questionable practice" first thing in the morning in their marina.

Speaking for myself, I would much prefer to be struck blind rather that run the risk of witnessing such a sight.

 

[justsomeguy]

Add a silica moisture absorbing packet to your zip lock bag. I use them in all my non food sealed containers to have that peace of mind.

My thoughts almost exactly. I'd use a rechargeable desiccant.

 

[thinwater]

My thoughts almost exactly. I'd use a rechargeable desiccant.

Silica gel is absolutely rechargeable. Standard practice in commercial scale dehumidification processes. Just microwave it for a few minutes or put it in a warm oven.

 

[dlochner]

All TP is not alike. What kind of TP is being used? We only use good quality (Scott) single ply TP and have never had a problem with moisture or a clogged head.

 

[justsomeguy]

Silica gel is absolutely rechargeable. Standard practice in commercial scale dehumidification processes. Just microwave it for a few minutes or put it in a warm oven.

Excellent. Just "do not eat".

 

[Hayden Watson]

Um,... by having a dry boat? I keep my spare rolls in a storage locker and the current roll is on a holder on the inside face of the cabinet door of the head. The inside of the cabinet is the hull of the boat. Never had any wet or damp TP.

 

[Project_Mayhem]

@Timm R Oday25 I'm not sure if you posted this before or after your post about the hatch vent but I had two 3", mediocre solar vents in my cabin top. They made a world of difference even though the bearings were shot. Well worth the $8 shipped I paid on ebay.

+1 on the silica gel. we used some brewing or pulp extraction bags for breathability. Their 3/4 of the way to purple to indicate that they are working. Cost is significantly cheaper if you buy a container of the beads by the pound. I do recommend resting the bag in an opened container to prevent a mess

 

[sailme88]

Store it in a Ziplock bag.

AND........don't leave it on board over the winter.......

 

[Grumps]

I've looked everywhere . Scoured the earth I have .
Here goes . "how does one keep toilet paper from becoming soggy when onboard for any length of time ?"
I humbly thank you

Bidet