As sailors currently navigating the Chilean Fjords of Patagonia on our sailboat Sweet Ruca, we have found the "Patagonia & Tierra Del Fuego Nautical Guide" 3rd Edition to be an essential resource for our voyage. This book, written by Mariolina Rolfo and Giorgio Ardizzi, has...
Since Opening ChatGPT is all the rage right now, we decided to ask it the following question: "Write a blog post with the title: Cape Horn vs The Panama Canal, Which Path Is Best For Sailing Around the World. Discuss the two ways to sail around...
Choosing The Right Antifouling Bottom Paint As boat owners, we are all in search of #ThatFeeling when we set sail, but first, in preparation for our voyages, we must spend time researching and choosing products to prepare and protect our boats properly. Choosing the protective coating...
Ahoy, from Sweet Ruca in Patagonia! We're sitting here warm and toasty, with our cheap Chinese diesel heater keeping us cozy in the midst of snow-capped mountains. As we sip on our coffee, we can't help but think about the other boats here in the...
Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation for your significant other. For passagemaking sailors, it can be a bit challenging to come up with the perfect gift or activity, as the lifestyle demands constant planning and preparedness. But fear not,...
Top 10 Reasons Why We Love Our Drop-In LifePO4 Battery System on Our Boat If you're looking for an efficient, reliable, and maintenance-free battery solution for your boat, a Drop-In LifePO4 battery system might just be the perfect choice. Here are the top 10 reasons why...
Seasickness is a common problem for many sailors, but it doesn't have to ruin your sailing adventure. If you suffer from motion sickness, don't worry; there are many ways to overcome it, and you can still enjoy your time on the water. In this article,...
Fun With Fiberglass Repairs! As you have likely watched our latest episode on YouTube, you may have some more questions about how and why we made these fiberglass repairs to our sailboat. Here we will try to give you all of the dirty details. What Caused The...
We’ve all seen it, a beautiful boat sailing along on blue water, but with wrinkles in its sails. Why would someone spend all that money on sails that have wrinkles in them? Why are they there? What do they mean? When is it time to...
What is the Best Anchor for Cruising Sailboats? Our Experience Based Perspective. In our last video, we found ourselves in an open anchorage with a lee shore in a 45-knot storm that lasted for several hours overnight. We were confident in our anchor, which allowed us...
