We say good-bye to our beloved Pipe Creek and begin our trek north. A short hop outside on the sound takes us to Compass Cay, where we explore the shoreline, and then a beautiful shark interrupts shower time. A longer hop up to Norman's Cay has us sailing ...
It's not often you have to interrupt your shower to pet a shark who stops by for a little attention.
I can’t get enough of shark encounters in the Bahamas 🦈👀🤩
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we spend our last few days in the Exumas at Allan's Cay. We explore a reef outside the protection of the island before cleaning Dark Angel's bottom for the trip back to Bimini. The sail toward Bimini is a bit choppy, ...
We leave our terrible shoal anchorage west of Chub Cay and finally make our way to Bimini. We wander between three anchorages trying to find the best compromise between anchor set and swell. Hanging on anchor I make my own entertainment. Dance PARTY!
A nic...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we take advantage of some rare wild life experiences while off-shore at Bimini. A momma dolphin and her baby visit our boat and play with me. A school of Spotted Eagle Rays cruises lazily by and we try like hell to kee...
In this episode of sailing dark angel, we grab a better than expected overnight sailing window back to Florida, where I try to snag the barnacle munchers that greet us. Then we wrap up Season 2 with what we've learned and what we've experienced. Was this l...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we're joined by our friends Andy and Nancy from SV Free-Spirit. They bring us joy and batteries!
We replace our 8 totally failed Firefly AGM batteries with half a dozen lightly used 125Ah Sealed Lead Acid batteries.
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In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we celebrate my birthday by trying to go snorkeling, getting caught in a monsoon and damaging the dinghy. What happens when repairs don't hold?
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Custom made fende...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we open and install our Christmas gift.
A new Starlink dish! This is so exciting! Starlink is an epic game-charger for
worklife on board. Internet everywhere means access to weather info and access to uploads and do...
The Dark Angel crew jumps ship to crew Captain Matt's beautiful Shannon ketch 'Smitten'.
A chilly but gorgeous modelling shoot and a cleverly disguised marriage proposal both take advantage of this beautiful, classic ketch. Join us behind the scenes.
Book...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we tackle battery issues once again. Andy and Nancy bring us more of the SLA batteries they donated a few months ago because we've consumed the original ones, and Cal calls us to let us know there's a cat at the city d...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we take our poor, beaten up spinnaker ashore to our friend Martha, who puts her Sailrite skills to work to patch our beautiful spinnaker back up and get her ready for downwind sailing again
Check out Neal's repair ou...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we move to a friends' mooring in clearer water to continue working on Dark Angel, getting her ready to go back to the Bahamas. We receive and install the parts to replace a few of our undersized mainsail batten slider...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we concentrate on our friends new to them Manta 38 cat Kokomo. Dave does some bottom sanding before splashing in an insanely tight well, and then moving to a nearby marina. Later we crew Kokomo down the ICW, with a sto...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we're back aboard 'Kokomo' to swap out her generator. Ever wonder what goes into replacing a major component in a skinny compartment?
Our Rum tasting article in the fall issue of Latitudes and Attitudes magazine is a...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we install a new antenna and scrape the reef off the bottom of the hull as we get a few steps closer to leaving for the Bahamas
Andrew did a great job cleaning Dark Angel's bottom. If you're in the Lake Worth/Palm B...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we take one last walk around West Palm Beach, and find a way to patch our ailing salon cushions as we get another day closer to sailing out of Lake Worth, Florida.
Our Rum tasting article in the fall issue of Latitud...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we finally get off the mooring and head offshore, but anchoring becomes an issue when our Lofrans Tigress windlass fails. At least we finally get to hang out with Anthony again! He was the first really good friend we ...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we cruise south to Cay Biscayne before making the international hop to Bimini, our check-in point to the Bahamas. After checking in the boat chores continue... with a pool noodle?
Our Rum tasting article in the fall ...
What are we doing today, Captain Dave?
We embark on a two-day journey from the serene shores of Bimini to the vibrant landscapes of New Providence Island. Our expedition encounters unexpected challenges as we navigate against the relentless East winds, fa...
Join us on the latest expedition with Sailing Dark Angel as we navigate into the stunning waters of the Exumas. Brace yourselves as we squeeeeeze into a very crowded and shallow Allan's Cay, savoring our first dip of the year amidst challenging currents. T...
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel I try to magically erase our bean bag chairs. Then, as beautiful Shroud Cay fills up, we sail away to gorgeous Compass Cay for a bottom scrubbing. It's an easy, relaxing sail. But hold onto your hats as our leisurely s...
Join Sailing Dark Angel as they navigate the challenges of anchoring in the shallows of Thomas Key's Pipe Creek. Experience the excitement and beauty of this favorite spot in a way only Dark Angel can capture.
Sailing Dark Angel ventures to beautiful Pipe Creek Exumas, but must prepare their sailing catamaran for an incoming storm. They explore anchoring techniques, perform engine tests, and discuss essential boat prep strategies while bracing for the upcoming w...
Sailing Dark Angel takes you through their unforgettable storm-surfing adventure in Pipe Creek, facing big winds, unexpected currents, and even lightning strikes. Watch how they expertly maneuver their boats, anchor systems, and test the resilience of thei...
In this exciting episode, we join Captain Dave and Lisa from Sailing Dark Angel as they finally get to explore Pipe Creek after storms clear out. Along the way, they discover a flourishing population of juvenile conch in the shallows!
In this episode, we leave beautiful Thomas Cay and head to the popular anchorage at Big Majors. We witness first hand how cleaning fish on other boats can make swimming and anchor checks interesting with potential shark encounters! 🌊⛵🦈
Join Captain Dave and Lisa on their exhilarating voyage to Pig Beach in the Bahamas! Watch as they dive for anchors, encounter sharks, explore caves, and fuel up in Staniel Cay. Embark on this thrilling adventure with Sailing Dark Angel.
Embark on a thrilling voyage with Sailing Dark Angel as they navigate through pristine waters of Great Guana Cay in search of elusive Bahamian Rock Iguanas. Witness their awe-inspiring encounter with these remarkable creatures, accompanied by breathtaking ...
Sailing Dark Angel heads out on another exciting adventure visiting multiple Bahamian islands. They explore Guana Cay South, stop in Black Point for errands before anchoring up at the picturesque Jack's Bay and even bake fresh bread along the way. Join us ...
Join Captain Dave of Sailing Dark Angel on an epic voyage through the stunning Exuma Islands, Bahamas, where he reveals secret caves and concealed beaches seldom visited by tourists. Witness spectacular untouched landscapes as they traverse rugged shores, ...
Discover the adventures of navigating through tight spaces like Big Farmer's Key with Sailing Dark Angel. In this exciting episode, Captain Dave and his crew take on narrow cuts, tricky tidal conditions, and explore mangroves.
In this exciting episode, join Captain Dave as he navigates through the shallow channel at Musha Kei and anchors near rudder cut key to visit his super chill sea turtle friends in a stunning mangrove haven. Immerse yourself in this captivating underwater w...
Experience a magical boating adventure with Captain Dave & Lisa as they sail through dolphins, sharks, breathtaking beaches and enchanting caves at Lee Stalking Island in the stunning Bahamas! Follow their exhilarating journey aboard Sailing Dark Angel.
In this episode, the Sailing Dark Angel crew encounters three significant sailing disasters that occur sequentially while sailing through the Bahamas. Their first issue arises when their windless malfunctions, causing them to lose their solar controller as...
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