Tag: sailing south
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How do you prepare your sailboat BEFORE offshore cruising

Preparing a sailboat for offshore cruising is a comprehensive, quite long and expensive process that involves ensuring the vessel’s safety, reliability, and self-sufficiency for extended periods at sea. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you prepare your sailboat for offshore cruising: By following these steps and ensuring your boat is well-prepared, you can increase…
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My sailing experience in a few words

I am David, I cruised on my 35 gaff rigged cutter from Florida to French Polynesia, from 2009 til 2016, with my liveaboard family crew. We needed to prepare a long journey, to get as ready as possible for any stormy conditions, anchoring safely; we reviewed the gear, tested our new boat around the Florida…
