I bet I can tell you two things you do on a regular basis. On a boat these two things can take on a more important focus. They may make you change your plans, how long you stay, where you go, what you do when no-ones looking. In the privacy of our own heads all…
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On passage the best place to sit and relax is anywhere that gives you a good view. Being able to keep an eye on the ocean ahead and to the sides is fundamental to enjoying the passage. Well our boat is quite small and does not have a forward facing navigation station. So how can…
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Series – Boat Related Things. It has been a long-term plan for Scott to install solar panels on the boat. He bought three 365 watt panels back in the UK and we loaded them up on to the van roof and drove down to Greece. They each weigh 24 kilos, so we needed a robust…
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Series – Boat Related Things. Sitting in the salon while on passage is a popular activity. The salon cushions were just that little bit too low. I could see out but felt the need to tilt my head slightly and stretch my neck to get the best view. Lets try raising the cushions 50mm (2″),…
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Series – Boat Related Things. I awoke from slumber this morning to the jarring noise of a saw. Scott wasn’t lying next to me, so there was only one possible source. Hmm – what is he up to? Sensing the possible destruction that could emanate from ‘man with saw’, I leapt out of bed to…
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Series – Boat Related Things. That’s it I heard from below. The blood stained little toe was throbbing away in pain. Either he has to go or I’m off. We have been here before this is not the first time these words have been voiced. The swim ladder just sat there as usual resting on…
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Series – Boat Related Things. Hanging on your anchor is a wonderful feeling. Seeing the chain enter the water to the depths below, contemplating what is happening down there. The tug of the chain as you pull back to set the anchor on the sea bed. This is all good fun on a sunny warm…
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