Murphy’s Law vs. Occum’s Razor
Murphy’s Law: Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong (and at the worst possible time). Occum’s Razor: The simplest … Continue reading Murphy’s Law vs. Occum’s Razor
Tag: World cruising
Cruising the North Channel
My last post had us docked in Little Tub Harbor, Tobermory, Ontaria, which is the gateway to Lake Huron’s North … Continue reading Cruising the North Channel
Yacht Yoga
When I last posted, I was safely docked at the Port Huron Yacht Club after a rather spirited sail across … Continue reading Yacht Yoga
Just a Little Jaunt Across Lake Erie
In past years, while “Nor’easter” was domiciled on Lake Erie, I would get together a few guys to do the … Continue reading Just a Little Jaunt Across Lake Erie
Sharks, Skates, and Rays in Fakarava
This, the second largest atoll in the Tuomotus chain, is a magical spot. Only 37 miles long with a population … Continue reading Sharks, Skates, and Rays in Fakarava
Enjoying Nuku Hiva
We have spent the past several days since arrival clearing Customs (which took 3 days), reprovisioning, and hiking around the … Continue reading Enjoying Nuku Hiva
Fatu Hiva: Gem of the Marquesas
After an easy night motoring upwind 155 NM, we dropped anchor around 0900 in Baie Hanavavae, nestled among towering peaks … Continue reading Fatu Hiva: Gem of the Marquesas
Land Ho!
Saturday April 30, as I relieved Travis to begin my 2000-2400 watch, the fine SE winds had already decreased from … Continue reading Land Ho!
Day 14: Equatorial Crossing
Other than the event heralded in the blog’s title, it’s been a pleasant few days devoid of any drama. We’ve … Continue reading Day 14: Equatorial Crossing
Day 11: The Dreaded Doldrums
Last night, shortly after going off watch at 2000 hrs., a large squall line appeared on our Doeppler radar, and … Continue reading Day 11: The Dreaded Doldrums
(Almost) Circumnavigation 