Here is part 1 of 2 for Safety Equipment Extras showing all the things I have done or added to my boat above what is required.
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Skipper Bob Steadman and First Mate Kaye Nottbusch of sloop, "Bettie" rig a Harken No. 1 cruising furler to their main headstay.
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Here is a look at the Transport Canada required safety equipment for my vessel. Of course I have done a few other things and have a few other items on board to make it safer, but this is the minimum.
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At the 2014 U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis, Maryland, legendary delivery skipper and sailing author, Don Street demonstrates the iconic Edson Pump and relates its history. Besides the classic version, a new version is available to replace your low capacit...
A stopper knot is a common thing to do for your lines, but putting the knot too close to the end of the line can make it difficult to get the load off our out from being jammed in a block. Take a look at the knots I used and where I put them on the lines....
I had the question recently regarding my internet and cable on the boat. Well as a full time live-aboard it is nice to have my own internet and the marina I am at provides the cable.
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Another small step: the first border crossed with KARL! Finally, we arrived in Colombia and explored the nice countryside. People were being super friendly and we enjoyed some nice and calm days in and around Sapzurro.
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The crew finally crosses the equator and is back in the northern hemisphere! The shellbacks (Brian and Brady) put the pollywog girls (Phoebe, Karin, and Josje) on trial for their crimes against Neptune.
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On may 26th 2007 we sailed away from Hawaii on our first voyage and began our cruising video logs. This is the first in a series of videos covering the months and weeks leading up to that day beginning in July 2006.
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Having zero knowledge or experience with sailing, or even how to furl in the head sail, we bought a yacht in Italy.. we plan to circumnavigate the globe eventually, or just get the boat back to Australia. Documenting the voyage as we go. Turns out sailing ...
My first time ever going out on a traditional Mediterranean fishing boat. A local fisherman, Orazio, and his son, Lorenzo, took my friend Mark from sailboat Cygnus III and me out on an amazing adventure. Watch the video to see all sorts of amazing sea crea...
Drake and Monique visit Jorge and Susan in Staten Island, New York and learn how to saber a champagne bottle.
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While I was in Ganges I had noticed the many interesting and sometimes surprising ways that boats are tied to the dock. One 46 sailboat had one line which was that yellow 3 strand floating braided line that deteriorates quite badly when exposed to sunligh...
The haul-out was very exciting. As you can see, she slipped out of the cradle, yikes! After a moment of terror, we eased back into the process and gave her some much needed attention and care.
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This is the final episode for the 2014 November Cruise. I spent my last full day in Ganges wandering around the docks and taking it easy then left on Saturday for home. Unfortunately I didn't have the same exciting sail home as I did going to Ganges, but...
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The first day of my 2014 winter cruise from Randers to Skive. I had a lot of fun with Lærke and Chrisitan although the trip didn't go quite as I had hoped. I chose to leave Obelix in Udbyhøj in...
I spent the day wandering around little town of Ganges on Saltspring Island and enjoyed the beautiful November weather we are having!
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Here is part one of the differences between a house and a boat, if you have any more, leave them in the comments and I will make Part Two
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KARL & me are heading east along the coast towards Colombia, stopping here and there at some more remote Kuna villages. Savouring the freshest seafood and dealing with the so called "culo de pollos" (squalls) that blow through here every week.
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Today I left my marina in Richmond and travelled down the Fraser River, across the Straight of Georgia, through Active Pass and finally to Ganges which is located on Saltspring Island.
Although the forecast was for strong Easterly winds, it was more of ...
After two incredible months in Raja Ampat the crew pulls up the hook and sets sail for Ternate Island in the Muluku Province. We see squalls, calms, and wind from every direction. With our motor broken the sail is slow but peaceful.
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Going for a cruise always means a few things to get ready before the trip so here is a quick look at how I prepared the boat before I sailed off to Ganges over on Saltspring Island.
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Welcome to Rodney Bay Marina on the Beautiful island of St Lucia here in the CARIBBEAN! Rodney Bay Marina is host to the 2014 Atlantic Rally For Cruisers (2014) and ready to welcome all participating vessels on arrival after a grueling 3000+ mile sail acr...
Engine problems! My trusty old (42 years) Volvo Penta MD6A needs some attention. I noticed a pool of oil under the engine. Turns out it's from the gearbox. My best guess is that I may have run the engine a little hard on the last day of my summer cruise. I...
If you have a roller furling system for your headsail then you know it can be a hassle to have the leading edge lined up to enter the track. Not difficult to do with two people, but how can you hoist the sail on your own? Simple tool is a 'sail pre-feede...
My neighbour invited me over to give a demonstration of how to use a Sewing Awl. A tool I will definitely be purchasing after seeing how useful it is! I checked online for this tool and found it is sold at many marine related outlets!
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