I recently came across Zora and it appears to be the open solution Orca needs to become. Questions remain as…
Great article. Keeping things simple and prioritizing the foundational stuff is key. Like learning to sail, maybe on a smaller…
FWIW the big red kill switches are standard equipment on Oysters. The switch stops power to all hydraulic and electric…
To try and keep local crows off my mast top and particularly my windex during winter on the berth I…
Hi Rob, Maxprops do solve the shut down engine drag issue, but they are also a big hit to motoring…
Hi John, agreed. Perhaps a case for fitting feathering Maxprops? Efficient for single engine running, easy operation, simple for reliability…
I’ve come across people who genuinely believe that “AIS class B relies on shore stations, while AIS class A uses…
Hi Again Rob, The one engine thing is interesting, but I think even a 50 hp beta would drive her…
Hi Rob, I agree that twin Beta 75 hp is not too bad, but keep in mind that we downsized…
Hi John, Followed the link and had a read. Not getting any younger and there won’t be another cruising yacht…
Hi Curtis, Sure, that’s an option. I explored the transition and design issues in depth in several articles some years…
Hi Geoff, Certainly an interesting idea. I use a clew strap held by velcro on the J/109 and it works…
Very insightful comments as usual! Your bug reports definitely match what I have seen on our own use – definitely…
Veeery useful. I’m waiting with bated tablet for TZ Android. Or whatever it’s going to be called. I find it…
You missed a big one for your list-Get a power boat. Not being a smartass, but more about transitioning if…
Hi John, First I’d just like to say Thank You John For all your hard work putting these wonderful articles…
Hi Jordan, Yes, I would agree with both those points. At the very least targets that are derived from marine…
I see the marine traffic stuff as being worse than useless. AIS is supposed to be a short-range onboard collision…
Hi Tom, Thanks for the report. I delve into both those issues in detail in part three about Core: https://www.morganscloud.com/2025/11/20/orca-navigation-system-review-part-3-core-capabilities-and-uses/…
Hi Ramon, Yes, they actually approached me a few months ago to promote it but I said no because it’s…