Hi Dick, I totally agree: https://www.morganscloud.com/2012/10/11/hermitage-newfoundland/ I contrast this to the guide job I did on a superyacht where we…
Hi Peter, John and all, There can be an un-intended down side for a cruiser to being too self-sufficient. With…
Hi Rich, I would probably quibble about some of AI’s conclusions, for example 10% terror/fear is way too high, at…
Hi Peter, Sure, an argument of “easier” can be made for any gadget. But it still adds a lot of…
A washer/dryer makes cruising so much easier! We finally succumbed on our recent J160 refit. The washer is quick, and…
Hi John, Your topic reminded me of an ancient Cruising World article that is probably lost in my “archives”…
Hi Drew, I feel the same way about them, too much clutter and complication for limited benefit.
The boat I bought ten years ago was from the SECOND owner who had failed to complete a refit intended…
What about Island Packet Hoyt booms?
Hi Nikolaas, That’s such a pain. I get so sick of hearing about companies that buy smaller ones, but don’t…
Such a great suggestion. I heard an insight recently that on a boat one’s “fight or flight” response to tricky…
Thanks for your input. Your staysail setup on your previous boat looks bomb proof! Nordic masts, the manufacturer of my…
Hi Iain, Good on you for being so self aware and not giving in to the idea that you must…
Hi Alastair, Great comment and one I completely agree with. There is nothing that improves our mental health more than…
Hi Jordan, Interesting question and premise, but you are basing it on the assumption that there is a positive correlation…
I genuinely respect those who can understand and apply advanced technology, making it look easy. Although otherwise pretty highly qualified,…
Hi Alastair and all, The most gratifying aspect of sailing, for me, is when I believe that a sail, long…
Indeed. There have been recent articles in the UK press on causes of general stress in society. The articles focus…
UPDATE: publisher says it will be back on Amazon in a couple of weeks.
Good article, John. But it seems to have invited a few holier than thou comments. Each to their own. There…