When a trip with a sailboat becomes a mission it means timelines, schedules and commitments and that is never an ideal situation considering wind and weather, boat speed and distance. But a situation presented itself early in 2023 and I couldn’t resist. A trip to New York City with friends to meet more friends while using the boat for a worthy cause. The rewards certainly outweighed the potential issues so the decision was made, we would sail to New York!
I’m a music journalist, singer/songrocker and event producer originally hailing from the Great Lakes region who transplanted to the San Francisco Bay Area just before the millennium flip. My main gig is Frets Editor at Guitar Player magazine, and my main artistic endeavor is making modern/classic rock with Spirit Hustler. My two solo albums have heavy New Orleans influences and feature members of Galactic and the Honey Island Swamp Band.
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What's new with Sailrite? David caught up with Bill at the 2024 Miami Boat Show to find out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vL-AzNYTagQ
For 29 years, the Baja Ha-Ha has inspired thousands of boaters to “Cruise to the Cape” in an annual rally from San Diego, California to Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Some turn around and bash back north to the states after the two-week cruise, but many use it as a jumping point to continue up the Sea of Cortez or head over to the Mexican mainland, and beyond.
Cielo Lodge is situated in Golfito, Costa Rica. A little town that exists because it was once home to the largest banana exporter in the country.
The trip was to include 5 would-be sailors, split between two Windrider 17s trimarans traveling the 175 kms from Dar es Salaam to Mafia Island.
After spending 11 years in the Virgin Islands and Eastern Caribbean running charters aboard my Lagoon 410, Guiding Light, it was time to set sail westward
Life is like a big canvas, isn't it? Some people choose to break away from conventional life, opting instead for an extraordinary journey that transcends the ordinary. That's where our story begins! I'm Ryan, a 37-year-old Australian, and my partner Brittni, a 34-year-old Canadian and our rescue pup, Jackson the 40 kg German Shepherd. Our decision to cast off the trappings of a comfortable life 5yrs ago, led us on a sailing journey around the world. What was initially meant to be a 12-month adventure through Europe, evolved into a crazy inspiring 5-year journey on YouTube (Sailing Sunday) saving the lives of animals all over the world.
What inspires people? Loaded question right? For some it’s another individual, like a parent or teachers. For others, it could be athletes or other prominent figures. For many it’s something intangible, like a sunset or waterfall. We could go on and on but the answer is as broad as life itself. Whatever or whomever you find inspiration from is what matters most to you. It truly is a very personal connection.
