Our intended departure date of the 1st of June met with gales and a prudent delay until Wednesday the 3rd. This was not the only change of plan because Bob who was intending to crew, had a heart op which has counted him out until the August leg to the Canaries. This just left Dave... Continue Reading →
Nearly ready to go
Having completed all of the substantial works in Northney Marina, Hayling Island, Hejira has been moved to a berth in Port Solent Marina in Portsmouth Harbour. She will be based in Port Solent until our departure, heading West and South which is scheduled for the 1st of June. For those with a marginally technical disposition,... Continue Reading →
Colloquial terminology
This letter was published in the May 2015 Yachting monthly. Curiously, the reference to 'Egyptian PT' had been edited out! I was blessed with a variety of crew during my cruise around the UK last year. During discussions on the various legs I was amused by the different expressions for taking an afternoon snooze. Bob,... Continue Reading →
Colloquial terminology
This article was published in the May 2015 Yachting Monthly letters page. They edited my letter (PC concerns no doubt) omitting the third reference to the practice offered by Bob Haywood and that was 'Egyptian PT' "I was blessed with a variety of crew during my cruise around the UK last year. During discussions on... Continue Reading →
Downwind sails
This letter was published in the March 2015 Yachting Monthly I was surprised that in the downwind sail analysis in the December Yachting Monthly, Â the Parasailor was not evaluated. I use this sail with both guys through blocks on the bow sprit. In this way all lines are clear of the guard wires and stanchions... Continue Reading →