Stepping the Mast: Yves Gélinas’ Approach
I describe how Yves Gélinas taught me to step the mast on Jean-du-Sud. The approach takes a day and no additional equipment… if the boat is properly configured.
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Repowering An Alberg 30: Final Remarks
I have finished Jean-du-Sud’s power train install. I answer why I chose a Beta Marine 20, detail the unforeseen costs and analyze the install time.
Repowering an Alberg 30 (part 3)
This text is about useful knowledge that should be understood prior to a power train install. It reduces the installation time and saves money.
Finishing an Epoxy Job (Underwater)
This video helps understanding how to finish an (underwater) epoxy job.
Repowering an Alberg 30 (part 2)
This post is my answer to the following question: why was so much extra-time required for the install? I list out seven elements related to the power train install that had an impact on the required time.
Paper Charts: A Look at Five Countries
An update on paper charts carryage requirements in the UK, France, Germany, the USA and Canada.
Three Great Videos on Fiberglass
As I am deep into intallation of engine bearers, I am educating myself on how to properly do fiberglass layers over wood. I found the three videos below, by BoatWorks Today, to be quite useful. They are short and easy to understand.
Eight Lessons From An Atlantic Crossing
I recently completed a boat delivery from La Rochelle (France) to the Turcs and Caicos Islands, via the Canary Islands and Cape Verde. It took over a month and a half, with a few stops along the way. This transatlantic crossing was rich in experiences, and I share below some of the lessons I learned along the way.
On the Closest Point of Approach
The practical use of the CPA/TCPA pair is to evaluate the risk of collisions. If the CPA of a boat is zero (or close to zero), there is a collision risk and the skipper should alter the boat’s current course to increase the CPA.