Blog
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July 3, 2012Two-Boat CruisersChoosing an alternative, a two-boat approach, whereby a ship’s dinghy is configured to serve also as a life boat, should the need arise.
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November 27, 2012Days 23/24 towards Cape Horn - sun at times, mostly light wind from NE, problemsThe autopilot rudder bar display disappeared again - while in 'Standby' and under windsteering....grrr!!
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May 21, 2013My TechieNow even though this is like black magic to the crew of Del Viento, I totally acknowledge that receiving weather faxes via short-wave radio is absolutely nothing to most other cruisers--basic, basic stuff.
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August 19, 2010Inmarsat Isatphone Pro, Hands On & Thumbs UpCW Electronics blogger puts this new Satphone through the ringer and finds it ringing true to Inmarsat's promises. From Panbo, Ben Ellison's electronics blog
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March 16, 2012Turtles of BequiaThe crew of Rasmus visit the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary on the island of Bequia.
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September 25, 2012Preparing for a Pacific VoyageTrepidation. I get antsy in the days just before I go offshore. There’s so much mental preparation. I leave October 2nd for a six week research expedition aboard the SSV Robert C. Seamans, a 134 ft. schooner brigantine operated by Sea Education Association to explore "The Great Pacific Garbage Patch."
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January 6, 2011On the Docks with Vacances Sous VoilesA soupcon of French flair keeps this small fleet busy in the Caribbean.
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September 14, 2011Baby on Board!Yep, you read that correctly folks - Scott and I are adding a crew member.
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June 27, 2012The Good-Enough SailorHow many cruising dreams are cast aside when the sailing reality seems too overwhelming?
Electronic Updates
The Vesper Marine WatchMate Vision is arguably the most advanced Class B AIS transponder ever built, and was honored with an Innovation Award in Miami.
