Before reading on, please take a moment to fill out our weekly survey so we can share your thoughts and experiences with the Cruising Compass family. Thanks.
Do you carry a drogue or sea anchor on your boat?
Many thanks to all readers who took the time to fill out last week’s survey on sailor’s superstitions. Of those who replied, 53% say they do practice old traditions and superstitions. The most popular in order are: 1. Naming the autopilot; 2. Never leave on a passage on Friday; 3. Appease Poseidon with a tot of rum; 4. Celebrate an equator crossing with a Neptune ritual; 5. Christen a new to you boat with champagne; 6. Put a coin under the mast step; and, 7. Never whistle for the wind.
