Problems come in many forms and manifestations. Generally speaking, it’s better to address them earlier rather than later, and that’s certainly true when it comes to […]
I Awoke to the Crew Calling “The Bilge Pump Won’t Stop!”
The Shroud Just Blew OUt!
It was 11:00 PM, and while Lia Ditton slept on “her side” of the catamaran, I had the watch. Suddenly, the quiet was shattered by the […]
Sound Advice On Staying On the Boat: Don’t Pee Over the Side at Sea
Patrick Childress addresses a key rule of seamanship that is shared by many professional skippers and veteran offshore passagemakers.
What If Smoke Is Coming from the Forward Stateroom!?!?
For years while on long distance passage, others on the crew and I discussed a wide range of “what if scenarios” while sitting on the rail. […]
The Floorboards Are Adrift!
It’s 2:00 AM. You’re 200 nm Offshore and Your Floorboards Are Floating! For years while on long distance passage, others on the crew and I […]
Get Outta That Rack!
Watch systems don’t need to be as abrupt as Marine Corps Drill Instructors would have you believe. But they do need forethought and structure (published September […]
Steering By Any Other Means
Problems come in assorted flavors. When they strike your steering system, you need to have a backup plan that will work. Lashing the head door to […]
Lists & More Lists
Recognizing my own shortcomings, I know that when it comes to tasks, if it’s not written down, it’s not getting done. Something similar may be said […]
Fire
It’s a cry that is so alarming that it’s against the law to falsely scream that word in a movie theater. It’s no less alarming at […]
Top Ten Items to Have Onboard
Not necessarily the “big ticket” items but items that have over the years the author has come to rely on (published September 2017) I’ve delivered countless […]