While checking the deck before the second sunset of the the sail I felt… clumsy. I made a mental note to research whether sleep deprivation leads to diminished coordination
Top Ten(ish) Sails
… having hand steered for most of the last 19 hours, exhausted TJ decided that I should have a list of my top ten sails. So now I do.
Choosing a Blue Water Boat
What I really want in a Bluewater boat is “a tank that sails well; that I can stand up in.” But there aren’t many tanks that sail well and I’m 6’4″ tall with shoes on. Full disclosure, I had two other above the fold requirements…
Crossing the Gulf Stream from Bermuda to New England
Gear failure complicates an unusual passage across the Gulf Stream.
Gulf Stream Surfing
A quick video from this year’s shorthanded (3 crew) return from Bermuda. I don’t want to spoil the surprise so without further ado: My ego may never recover 😛 That night was some of the most intense helming I had ever done. The winds got stronger (30+) and the seas larger the next day but […]
Find a crew spot at an Offshore Rally or Offshore Race
This is Part IV in a series of articles on acquiring offshore sailing experience. Here we discuss and link to ways to find and evaluate offshore races and rallies from the comfort of your desk at home. Enjoy: Offshore races and rallies provide great opportunities for sailors new to offshore sailing to get out there. […]
Finding and Evaluating an Offshore Delivery and Skipper
This is Part III in a series of articles on acquiring offshore sailing experience. Here we discuss and link to ways to find and evaluate offshore deliveries via the internet. Without further ado: Deliveries are another great opportunity to get offshore experience as crew but they’re harder to find and require more vetting than other […]
Sailing Through Time – A Glimpse of S/Y Sea Pearl
The 830 nautical mile voyage from Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands to St. George, Bermuda was some of the most relaxed time I’ve ever spent at sea. After a bit of nervous energy regarding the number of hacksaw blades aboard I settled into a very comfortable watch schedule where each day was comfortable conditions […]