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US Coast Guard rescues sailor in the Caribbean Sea near Puerto Rico

9 June, 2021 by Carl Michael

Sailing 450nm against the wind and current in a Prout Snowgoose 35.

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Solo Atlantic Crossing: Week 2

14 March, 2021 by Carl Michael
sailor at the bow of a catamaran crossing the Atlantic

Entering the second week of a solo Atlantic crossing.

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Solo Atlantic crossing: Week 1

7 September, 2020 by Carl Michael
Spinnaker on Jade - Prout Snowgoose 35

Sailing across the Atlantic alone on a 42 year old boat.

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Wintering in Lefkada, Greece

11 March, 2018 by Carl Michael
Lefkas marina

Six months dockside in a marina isn’t anyone’s idea of fun.

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How much does it cost to live on a sailboat: August & September 2017

18 October, 2017 by Carl Michael

The final instalment of summer expenditure aboard Jade before I pull into the marina and wait out winter.

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Passage making: What can go wrong will go wrong

22 September, 2017 by Carl Michael
Prout Snowgoose sails in action

A collection of miniature disasters while out at sea, and a few goofs while safely moored.

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How much does it cost to live on a sailboat: July 2017 spending report

5 September, 2017 by Carl Michael
Mallorca sunrise

July’s monthly breakdown of my cruising and boat related costs as I sail around the Mediterranean

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How much does it cost to live on a sailboat: June spending report

10 August, 2017 by Carl Michael

A monthly monthly breakdown of my living expenses while sailing in the Mediterranean

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Two boats, one anchor, no drag

9 July, 2017 by Carl Michael
Bottle of Bacardi on deck

Two boats, one anchor, and a bottle of rum.

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