CRUISING SHOT OF THE WEEK

On a perfectly still day, waiting for Great Bridge to open along the ICW. Photo by Carol Conner

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Just Cruising With George Day

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Covid-19 and World of Boating

Earlier this week, this notice appeared at the top of the Newport International Boat Show’s website. 2020 Newport International ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

Passport Vista 545 Center Cockpit

The Passport Vista 545 Center Cockpit has been honored with many awards including Cruising World’s Best Boat of the Year honors. And it is for good reason because the Passport Vista 545 is truly “artwork that you leave out in the rain” according to the Cruising World judges.
    The Passport Vista 545 was conceived and designed by cruisers for cruisers and as such has many innovative designs including everything from her above and below decks layouts to her systems designs and quality of build.
    This is a boat that can be easily sailed by a couple with her Solent rig sail plan with self tacking jib and her truly ergonomic and safe deck design. You won’t be exhausted when you reach your destination.The cockpit is large with entry openings on both sides, the aft deck is large and is a second communal area with walkup from the swim platform and the side decks are clear and unobstructed.
    Below the layout is breath taking, with very large cabins and two very large heads. The galley is twelve feet long and the main salon is palatial. There is even a walk in engine room and of course storage abounds.
    All in all, the Passport Vista 545 is the best of the best and should be seen and experienced to be appreciated.
For more information contact Passport Yachts at: passportyachts.com

Mantus Stainless Steel Rail Clamp

Simply, snap clamps to the rail and allows to easily and quickly mount and dismount items to/from the rail. Ideal for mounting solar panels, lights, speakers, cup holders, electronics and much more… Material: 316 Stainless Steel . Available for 3 sizes of stainless steel tubing: 7/8 inch (22mm), 1 inch (25mm), 1 1/4 inch (32mm)
MANTUS MARINE

Dock Talk

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Jeanneau and Excess Catamarans Add New Dealer Crusader Yacht Sales

Crusader Yacht Sales, owned and operated by Mike Titgemeyer, is now the exclusive distributor of Jeanneau sailboats and Excess catamarans for the mid-Chesapeake region. Both brands are owned ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Used Oyster Shells Needed

(Food & Wine) – The Coronavirus has caused all sorts of disruptions including the lack of oyster shells collected from restaurants. People around the country are now being ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Fleeing Australia By Yacht

A 31-year old man has been arrested after attempting to flee Australia via a sailboat. A bulk carrier had come to the assistance of the sailboat which was ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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85-Day Trip Across the Atlantic to See Dad

(New York Times) – Juan Manuel Ballestero was on the island of Porto Santo in the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira in the North Atlantic. He was anxious to ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Safely Done!

The Homeward Bound Flotilla has come to a close, and all 184 boats have safely made landfall in the US or Canada. The Flotilla had 473 sailors, multiple ...
On June 26, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Bahamian Rules for the Summer

The Bahamas is opening to tourism July 1 and welcoming sailors but have reversed their initial rules and are now requiring a negative test for Covid before foreign ...
On June 26, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

SURVEY QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Before reading on, please complete this week’s survey.

Do you have storm sails on your sailboat?

Thanks to all who answered last week’s survey on your back up plans when on passage and your primary autopilot fails. 80% say they will simply hand steer. 45% said they would rig the helm and sails so the boat stays on course. 37% said they would repair the autopilot with spare parts. 18% said they would engage their windvane self-steering device. 14% said they would engage a backup autopilot. 5% said they would call the autopilot company’s customer service line. And, no one said they would call the Coast Guard.

BOAT REVIEWS

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VIDEO OF THE WEEK

WHAT’S NEW AT BLUE WATER SAILING THIS WEEK

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Covid-19 and World of Boating

Earlier this week, this notice appeared at the top of the Newport International Boat Show’s website. 2020 Newport International ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
Boat Reviews 0
Seaward 32RK Is a ‘Thin-Water-Cruiser’

The Seaward 32RK was designed and for years built by Floridian Nick Hake. The design is now part of ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Jeanneau and Excess Catamarans Add New Dealer Crusader Yacht Sales

Crusader Yacht Sales, owned and operated by Mike Titgemeyer, is now the exclusive distributor of Jeanneau sailboats and Excess ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
Dock Talk 0
Used Oyster Shells Needed

(Food & Wine) – The Coronavirus has caused all sorts of disruptions including the lack of oyster shells collected ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
Dock Talk 0
Fleeing Australia By Yacht

A 31-year old man has been arrested after attempting to flee Australia via a sailboat. A bulk carrier had ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
Dock Talk 0
85-Day Trip Across the Atlantic to See Dad

(New York Times) – Juan Manuel Ballestero was on the island of Porto Santo in the Portuguese archipelago of ...
On July 2, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

LAUNCHES

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Dusseldorf 2019

This is the 50th anniversary of the Dusseldorf Boat Show, running through January 27. With over 1,500 sailboats and motorboats its as if being a kid in a ...
On January 25, 2019 / By Sandy Parks
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The New Oceanis 46.1: The Latest Generation Family Cruiser Debuts This Fall

The Oceanis 46.1 is the latest in our range of sailing yachts dedicated to blue water cruising. Based on the wildly successful Oceanis 51.1, she has all the ...
On July 3, 2018 / By George Day
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Guillaume Verdier: The Frenchman Who is Designing the Future of Sailing

Yacht design has evolved rapidly in the last decade with the development of swinging keels, foils, wing sails and much more. And one designer has left his creative ...
On January 3, 2018 / By George Day
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Really Cool New Frers 57-Foot Cruiser Pushes the High-Tech Envelope

The pairing of a world renowned naval architect with a builder whose name is synonymous with some of the fastest and most illustrious racing yachts on the globe, ...
On December 6, 2017 / By George Day

TECH TALK

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Calculating Winch Power for Your Boat

Harken and Brian Toss have produced an in-depth information sheet on what to look for when putting winches on ...
On June 12, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Bleeding Your Diesel Engine

It’s springtime and you are getting your boat ready for the coming season. At some point you may have ...
On April 24, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

COOL THINGS TO DO

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Bahamas Reopening: New Procedures and Protocols

The Bahamas is reopening to visitors starting June 15, 2020. The Association of Bahamas Marinas which represents 48 marinas ...
On June 12, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Celebrate Summer Sailstice June 2020

Summer Sailstice 2020 is set, scheduled and ready to sail on June 20, 2020. Where, how, and in what ...
On June 5, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Check Out the Miami Boat Show This Weekend

The Miami International Boat Show starts today and runs through February 17 giving you plenty of time to head ...
On February 14, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Upcycling Yacht Sails: Giving Sailcloth a Second Life

Cape Horn Sails is a small family company from Chile dedicated to reusing discarded sails from yachts that have ...
On December 6, 2019 / By Sandy Parks

Charter Chatter

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Back to the Beginning

Fifty years. Today chartering in the BVI is big business, with multitudes of boats and charter companies. The beginings ...
On June 26, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

BOAT RAT’S TIP OF THE WEEK

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Fewer Hurricanes Due to Saharan Dust

The experts have been planning on an intensive hurricane season but this week any potential hurricanes will be put ...
On June 26, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Caring For Your RIB

When you are cruising, your dinghy acts as a taxi service so make sure you keep up with it’s ...
On June 19, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Anchors, Anchors, Anchors

Spend the night in any anchorage and sit with a bunch of cruisers in the cockpit, guaranteed the discussion ...
On May 29, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Flexible Solar Panels for Your Boat

For many sailors now is the time to ready the boat for the coming season and perhaps add some ...
On May 22, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

FOR THE HUNGRY CREW

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Watermelon Margarita

(acouplecooks.com) – Summertime is here and the days are getting more humid. Now is the time for a drink ...
On June 26, 2020 / By Sandy Parks
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Strawberry Daiquiri

(allrecipes.com) – It is time to celebrate strawberry season and what better way than to have a frozen mix ...
On June 19, 2020 / By Sandy Parks

MINDBENDER

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Mindbender

Where on your sailboat would you find antimony? Send your answers to cruisingcompass@bwsailing.com. A winner will be selected ...
On June 30, 2020 / By George Day