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Forum: Meets & Greets 22-07-2023, 13:47
Replies: 56
Views: 5,977
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: ARE WE MAD? Embarking on a sailing adventure with zero experience

Hello and Welcome to CF, s/v Trinity, Martin, Sharon & Taylor...It is always nice to meet & greet folks with the same love of the sea... perhaps we shall meet over the coming years. Neptune will...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 22-07-2023, 13:02
Replies: 22
Views: 2,144
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Cheap fabric for awning

We use only Sunbrella. My current awning is now 14 years old, and still going strong. We are based in Acapulco & the sun is totally tropical.

I would not recommend anything else based on my...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 22-07-2023, 12:52
Replies: 4
Views: 1,764
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Thumbs up Re: Columbia River Sailing

Totally agree with Ryban...and glad that you guys are safe.

Murphy, indeed, was a sailor. Figuring on figuring out something AFTER leaving the dock is a true invitation to Murphy arriving with a...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 17-02-2023, 13:06
Replies: 121
Views: 18,429
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Real Probability of Death Passaging the N. Atlantic

JordanH, I agree with your evaluation...Thanks!
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 17-02-2023, 13:04
Replies: 121
Views: 18,429
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Real Probability of Death Passaging the N. Atlantic

I totally agree!! Danger geometrically increases as one nears the coast...and (in my opinion), even worse on the hard!!
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-07-2022, 16:39
Replies: 83
Views: 29,617
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Should We Move to Florida or Southern California ?

Have you looked at Texas? Corpus Christi is a great city to raise kids, has super marinas & good breezes year-round, and is easy-going. It is also close to San Antonio/Austin, not too far from...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 15-07-2022, 15:56
Replies: 32
Views: 6,515
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Crackling Sound Below the Waterline on Steel Boat

Your link is absolutely fascinating & so complete...many thanks for sharing!!
Forum: Americas 21-12-2021, 15:06
Replies: 7
Views: 5,616
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Captain license in Mexico as a resident

This applies to a "Mexican-flagged vessel"...U.S. & other-flagged vessels may be subject to other discretion & regulations as opposed to the actual laws...
Forum: Americas 21-12-2021, 14:23
Replies: 7
Views: 5,616
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Cool Re: Captain license in Mexico as a resident

Hello, I am a 5th-issue "Libreta de Mar" holder, which is now issued & controlled by the Mexican Navy. My vessel is based in Acapulco, a 40 ft. yawl. I was born in Mexico (of an American mother), so...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 06-11-2021, 19:41
Replies: 90
Views: 10,099
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: When To Use a RADAR Deflector?

We use the "old school type"...it works well every time...when we're on the high seas, each night, nearby ships confirm that they "see"us...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 18-10-2021, 08:23
Replies: 111
Views: 18,144
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: My Rocna didn't hold in mud - a first. Confession from a cocky new gen anchor ow

What about a Danforth anchor?? I have used a Danforth throughout the Mexican Pacific Coast for 25 years---never a problem!!
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 08-10-2021, 12:09
Replies: 333
Views: 25,359
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Flat Earth Debate

Actually, just this week, Qantas Airlines had its non-stop flight from Buenos Aires to Darwin, Australia...the route was over Antarctica:...
Forum: The Sailor's Confessional 08-10-2021, 08:10
Replies: 408
Views: 43,249
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Propane, the kiss of death

Hello all, our home port is Acapulco. We sail frequently between Acapulco & Puerto Vallarta, about 470 n.m. Our galley is powered by a 1100 watt micro with an Origo alcohol stove for back-up. And a...
Forum: Navigation 27-08-2021, 10:27
Replies: 95
Views: 9,355
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: How good a VHF watch do you maintain?

I only turn off the VHF when at dock. Otherwise, I keep it on 24/7 & have an RAM in the cockpit. I was trained (emphatically!) that a responsible mariner is required to monitor 16 whenever on the...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-07-2021, 16:59
Replies: 95
Views: 17,296
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Is this true? Time under sail vs motor in Caribbean

Everyone, PLEASE excuse the double posts!!
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-07-2021, 16:58
Replies: 95
Views: 17,296
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Is this true? Time under sail vs motor in Caribbean

Wings, with you all the way! The great feeling of sore arms, salty-everywhere, and a great sail!
(And nothing like Shrimp Taco/Quesadillas at La Manzanilla Beach!!)
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-07-2021, 16:45
Replies: 95
Views: 17,296
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Is this true? Time under sail vs motor in Caribbean

With you all the way, Wings!!

(And NOTHING like the Shrimp Taco/Quesadillas at La Manzanilla!!)
Forum: Forum Tech Support & Site Help 16-07-2021, 15:46
Replies: 1
Views: 573
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Upgrade Payment Options

Hello Cruisers Forum,
I have been a member since 2010. I would like to upgrade, but cannot find how to pay---except by using PayPal, which I do not use. What other options are there?

Many Thanks,...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 16-07-2021, 15:14
Replies: 95
Views: 17,296
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Is this true? Time under sail vs motor in Caribbean

We normally use only the sails...but it really is a very personal decision...so it probably just depends on personal tastes. We once sailed from Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa to Acapulco, 106 nm...only...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 24-10-2020, 14:37
Replies: 72
Views: 12,080
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Fifth question: Sailing alone, and sleep

Really depends on WHERE you are sailing and traffic. I would strongly recommend leaving the radar on full range with minimum 12 mile alarm set...we sail the mid-southern Mexican Pacific frequently...
Forum: Our Community 18-08-2020, 10:38
Replies: 25
Views: 3,381
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Cat Lovers: Moving Kitty Cat onboard?

Hola!!It is so great to hear from you & Bubba!! Are you still in Mazatlan?? Thank you so much for your suggestions---I hope to see you soon!!
Roberto
Forum: Our Community 09-08-2020, 12:44
Replies: 25
Views: 3,381
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Cat Lovers: Moving Kitty Cat onboard?

Hello All Cat lovers,
I have a 14 year-old Siamese that has never even been outside of our land home. I am now seriously thinking about cruising full time and selling my home. I am wondering if...
Forum: Destinations 04-04-2020, 12:56
Replies: 123
Views: 18,061
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: Forced to change plans - where to go now?

I agree with the suggestion that sailing up the US EC is probably the best bet. New England is a super great place for summer & early fall---hit Bermuda on the way South in the fall...Bermuda is...
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 30-06-2019, 13:58
Replies: 9
Views: 1,623
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: 19th-century wooden schooner collided with a containership on the Elbe River

Here is the YouTube video that I saw:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-IXtX0G0_A
Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 30-06-2019, 13:44
Replies: 9
Views: 1,623
Posted By Mare Nostrum
Re: 19th-century wooden schooner collided with a containership on the Elbe River

Indeed!! This was the result of compounded stupidity--the video proves it clearly. It is unfathomable how this could have occurred. I had to watch it 3 times to believe that I was actually watching...
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