SDA199 Spinnaker Dreams: Hog Cay to Raccoon Cay
There’s nothing like the freedom of flying a spinnaker. Colorful, quiet, and carrying us toward a remote anchorage in the Ragged Islands. From crowded Hog Cay to peaceful Raccoon Cay, this is the kind of sailing dream we live for.
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we leave the busy anchorage at Hog Cay and set our spinnaker for a serene, dreamlike sail to Raccoon Cay. Once anchored, the calm gives way to adventure as I launch my paddleboard to explore hidden beaches and dramatic limestone along the coastline.
⚠️ Lightning Strike Update
In real time, we were directly struck by lightning. Navigation systems, running lights, anchor lights, work lights, a large freezer, and even our keel were damaged. We’re still facing VAT, duty, exchange rates, customs brokerage, and a costly haul-out for keel repairs in the Dominican Republic.
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There’s nothing like the freedom of flying a spinnaker. Colorful, quiet, and carrying us toward a remote anchorage in the Ragged Islands. From crowded Hog Cay to peaceful Raccoon Cay, this is the kind of sailing dream we live for.
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we leave the busy anchorage at Hog Cay and set our spinnaker for a serene, dreamlike sail to Raccoon Cay. Once anchored, the calm gives way to adventure as I launch my paddleboard to explore hidden beaches and dramatic limestone along the coastline.
⚠️ Lightning Strike Update
In real time, we were directly struck by lightning. Navigation systems, running lights, anchor lights, work lights, a large freezer, and even our keel were damaged. We're still facing VAT, duty, exchange rates, customs brokerage, and a costly haul-out for keel repairs in the Dominican Republic.
If you can help, even a share means the world:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-rebuild-after-lightning-struck-their-boat
🍹 Rum tasting article in Latitudes and Attitudes magazine – it’s delicious!
https://digitalmagazine.latsatts.com/sailingdarkangel-5456
🌊 Our Bahamas snorkeling article (also in Lats & Atts)
https://summer2023.latsatts.com/theresthisplace#a_aid=640782a615fd9&a_bid=0e47bed1
🎒 We take our Ugowear waterproof bags EVERYWHERE!
Amazing company, amazing gear.
Affiliate link: https://ugowear.com?aff=34
⛵ Join the journey
https://sailingdarkangel.com
Lisa's personal blog is being added now.
Like what you see? You can even buy us a beer 🍻
🛠️ Help us keep sailing
Amazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/KYJVC8ZWGHY2
🎥 Become part of the Crew on Patreon
Without a Crew, a Ship Has No Direction.
https://www.patreon.com/sailingdarkangel
📰 Our first article in Pussfoot Magazine!
https://www.pussfoot.com/blogs/water/sailing-dark-angel-sailing-and-slow-cooked-ribs
👕 Dark Angel & Be Nauti Swag
https://spoiledbratdesigns.com/product-category/sailing-dark-angel-clothing-and-accessories/
Want something custom? Email: [email protected]
📱 Join us on social
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sailingdarkangel
X / Twitter: https://x.com/SailinDarkAngel
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@sailing_darkangel
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailingdarkangel
UHive: https://www.uhive.com/z/BTTAKBN
MeWe: https://mewe.com/i/darkangel46
Reddit: https://reddit.com/u/SailingDarkAngel
🎶 Opening and closing song: “Who We Are” by Miah
Check out his band NINETEEN EIGHTY SEVEN
https://nineteeneightyseven.com
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Lisa & Dave
Sailing Dark Angel
#boatlife #catamaran #islandspirit #sailing #cruisinglife #sailboats
© Sailing Dark Angel 2025
SDA199 Spinnaker Dreams: Hog Cay to Raccoon Cay Locations
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