As the name suggests, a fair-weather sailor is someone who usually only goes sailing when the weather is good and they have plenty of time to enjoy the experience. Fairweather sailors are often looked down on by other sailors and accused of not being committed to sailing and the lifestyle that goes with it.
If you suffer from seasickness whilst aboard a boat, it can be very debilitating to the extent that safety can be compromised. Some of the signs that you may be about to succumb are pale skin, cold sweat, dizziness, yawning, increased saliva production and hence increased swallowing, and lastly vomiting (obviously!). Here are a few seasickness remedies which may guard against this awful predicament.
What makes the best sailing blogs? Inspirational stories, good writing, fantastic photography, insightful tips, how-to guides and, of course, regular updates. Here is a list of 5 of the best sailing blogs on the internet (in no particular order) which do all of these things and more:
The penultimate act of the Extreme Sailing Series Nice runs from 2nd October until 5th October 2014. Nice, situated between Monaco and Cannes on the French Cote d’Azur and a popular tourist destination, has the most exceptional Mediterranean climate.
Grace Darling was the daughter of William Darling, a lighthouse keeper who was in the employ of Trinity House. Grace grew up with her family on the Northumberland coast and lived first in Brownsman Lighthouse. In 1826 the family moved to the newly build Longstone Lighthouse, and it was here she become one of Victorian Englands greatest heroines.
The PSP Southampton Boat Show 2014 runs from Friday 12 September until Sunday 21st September. As is usual it will be gracing the Mayflower Park/Town Quay area of Southampton. For those of you finding your way with a SatNav, SO15 1AG.
Mutiny. This is, of course, one of the most feared situations for a ship’s captain. Throughout the course of history, there are many stories of sailors committing to mutiny, leading to drastic outcomes shaping the course of history in some cases. But let’s not get too hasty with talk of life-altering events. A more appropriate area to begin would likely be a look into what it is, and how it would be brought about.
Spook is a 30 feet deep fin yacht designed for cruising the waters of the mediterrian. With a 9′ long full width cockpit she is an ideal platform for enjoying the sights of the Solent.
Singles Welcome! Take the wheel of our Island Spirit 37 Catamaran as we enjoy the moderate trade winds during September and travel from St. Vincent and the Grenadines to Grenada.
