Monthly Archives: April 2011

Abby Sunderland Has Learned to Handle the Media

Posted on April 16, 2011 by admin

During her round-the-world attempt, Abby often seemed to me to be defensive and not very communicative whenever she faced the media. This, and her apparent lack of personal involvement in the upkeep of her boat in the few video clips … Continue reading →

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The Racking Seizing – a strong way to terminate a shroud

Posted on April 9, 2011 by admin

My Facebook friend Ronan Merlateau, a professional rigger and sailmaker with a love of old sailing craft, recently posted photos of the way he terminates the stainless steel wire rope shrouds on his boat. Instead of splicing them or swaging … Continue reading →

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Tom Cunliffe Beneaped

Posted on April 4, 2011 by admin

Nine months ago, Tom Cunliffe and his wife sold their classic boat and started looking for a replacement. They’ve travelled to many different parts of the world in their search, but come home empty-handed each time. Listen to his woes … Continue reading →

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Laura Prepares for Panama Canal Crossing

Posted on April 2, 2011 by admin

Those who kept worrying about Laura Dekker being on her own in dangerous places didn’t understand her or the nature of her voyage. She seems naturally sociable, and has made friends with many other yachting folk wherever she goes – … Continue reading →

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