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Forum: Emergency, Disaster and Distress 12-01-2024, 12:28
Replies: 93
Views: 11,377
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Piracy at Barranquilla

"Unfortunately this puts Colombia (https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/Colombia.html) out for safe cruising again." Considering the activities in Ecuador, will this country soon follow in...
Forum: Americas 06-11-2023, 14:34
Replies: 1
Views: 489
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Surveyors in La Paz, Mexico

Try the Facebook group "Sea of Cortez Sailors and Cruisers in Mexico". There are many participants willing to provide advice. Good Luck.
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 10-07-2023, 15:21
Replies: 35
Views: 3,823
Posted By desertsailor
Re: How to store medication in humid environments

I routinely receive my prescription meds with a container of desiccant included. So far, no problems.
Forum: Our Community 01-08-2022, 14:16
Replies: 53
Views: 5,364
Posted By desertsailor
Re: What is something that really surprised you about sailing/boating/cruising?

I was on my way to earning my private pilot's license when I stumbled onto sailing shortly after retirement. Fell in love with the freedom and exhilaration of being on the water. First exposure was...
Forum: Health, Safety & Related Gear 15-07-2022, 15:42
Replies: 9
Views: 790
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Saved by ‘Wilson’

Hey Boatman61, I remember that from my old Boy Scout days way back in the 60s.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 27-04-2022, 12:30
Replies: 143
Views: 105,656
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Best Whiskey

Amen to that. Tried Maker's Mark Bourbon once, base on my son's recommendation. Found it tasted no better that Jim Beam Bourbon, and at half the price.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 19-04-2022, 15:14
Replies: 98
Views: 11,684
Posted By desertsailor
Re: My Journey towards full time liveaboard.

Glad to hear other sailors in the area are helping you learn about your boat and the finer art of sailing. Every time your on the water, is a learning experience.
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 14-04-2022, 16:44
Replies: 98
Views: 11,684
Posted By desertsailor
Re: My Journey towards full time liveaboard.

Dave, If you're still looking for an Irwin owners forum, there is one on Facebook, called Irwin Sailboats. Here is a possible link, https://www.facebook.com/groups/125214284225649/about


Good...
Forum: Marine Electronics 12-04-2022, 16:27
Replies: 426
Views: 34,921
Posted By desertsailor
Re: North Up or Heading Up?

I worked with radar in the USAF, and the National Weather Service for over 30 years. For me, there is no alternative to displaying N up. Even now, using a map display in my vehicle, N is up. Tried...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 10-04-2022, 14:33
Replies: 15
Views: 3,241
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Delivery Newport to Panama

Just asking, in case I would be interested, or if others had the same question.
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 09-04-2022, 11:14
Replies: 15
Views: 3,241
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Delivery Newport to Panama

Please provide more detail about your trip. I crewed on a 40ft sloop from Panama to San Diego, and it took us 5 weeks.
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 09-04-2022, 10:54
Replies: 21
Views: 2,869
Posted By desertsailor
Re: How to Plan Airfaire Home

Wow. Never thought that airline gate agents would be enforcing a country's entry requirements. Always thought that was the responsibility of the customs/border agent of the country you wish to enter....
Forum: Powered Boats 04-04-2022, 11:16
Replies: 6
Views: 1,477
Posted By desertsailor
Re: San Diego vs LaPaz

Have you considered Ensenada? The marinas might be less expensive than SD, but you may not have access to everything you need. I've been there as a crew member, and the skippers I crewed for seemed...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 02-04-2022, 08:55
Replies: 6
Crew Wanted: Texas 200 crew
Views: 1,192
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Texas 200 crew

I have not participated in the Texas 200, but have followed the Facebook page. It appears you left out the parts about hot humid afternoons with highs over 90, and a good chance of...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 28-03-2022, 13:27
Replies: 21
Views: 2,869
Posted By desertsailor
Re: How to Plan Airfaire Home

"I have an opportunity to help reposition a Cat from Galapagos (https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/Galapagos.html) to Tahiti (https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/tahiti.html). The...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 24-03-2022, 16:36
Replies: 4
Views: 1,439
Posted By desertsailor
Re: FREE Kindle books

My son gifted us (my wife and I) a Kindle reader several years ago. Tried it, but quickly tired of seeing all the Amazon adds. So, I purchased a Samsung Tab S3 from which I can read all my Kindle...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 07-01-2022, 12:38
Replies: 107
Views: 10,739
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Sell the Wife: Off Grid/Beautiful Nature in a 7-day Starter Charter?

Couldn't resist: A few times you mention "Sell the wife" or "Sell my wife..." Perhaps you are looking for an alternative solution.


Just Sayin':whistling:
Forum: Flotsam & Sailing Miscellany 14-11-2021, 12:27
Replies: 4,714
Views: 980,091
Posted By desertsailor
Re: The 2021 Joke Thread

Here's an interesting cartoon from "The Far Side" by Gary Larson.

https://www.thefarside.com/2021/11/14/1
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 11-10-2021, 14:46
Replies: 5
Views: 1,042
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Captain and/or crew for 35' sailboat from Friday Harbor to Portland, OR

I've sailed from Warrenton OR to Friday Harbor, and along this route with other skippers. But, those trips were accomplished in August, or eralier. Even late August, the skipper I was crewing for was...
Forum: Meets & Greets 11-08-2021, 14:33
Replies: 9
Views: 683
Posted By desertsailor
Re: San Diego Sailer

I live in Arizona, but have frequently traveled to San Diego to get my sailing fix. Took my ASA combined 103/104 course and later tested for ASA 105 at Seaforth Boat Rentals. They are willing to work...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 27-07-2021, 11:29
Replies: 65
Views: 6,966
Posted By desertsailor
Re: recomendation for U.S Bank and a rant

I have used US Bank and Capital One. In recent years I have traveled to Chile, Mexico, and Panama. In each country I have requested funds through my Capital One debit card which charges no...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 01-07-2021, 10:20
Replies: 21
Views: 2,686
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Sailing south from the PNW

Beancounter, There are many good suggestions in the replies you received. A dodger is not critical to your plans. I crewed for a skipper on a dodgerless vessel heading north from San Diego to Blaine...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 16-06-2021, 16:33
Replies: 33
Views: 4,169
Posted By desertsailor
Re: ASA 101,103,104 - california coast or gulf of mexico

Many years ago I took the ASA 101 course near Sarasota Fl, and a combined 103-104 course in San Diego, from Seaforth Boat Rentals. This time of year is hurricane season in the Gulf of Mexico, so a...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 26-05-2021, 15:26
Replies: 25
Views: 4,500
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Sudden thud while motoring

I don't own my own boat, altho sailed on many, and I'm not a diesel mechanic. So this is a shot in the dark. My pickup truck was creating a hard thump during acceleration and shifting. Couldn't...
Forum: Crew Positions: Wanted & Available 20-05-2021, 14:22
Replies: 3
Views: 961
Posted By desertsailor
Re: Looking for 1-2 crew to go from Portland OR to Anacortes

I've sailed across portions of this route twice. Once, I crewed with the skipper of a Valiant 40, and his family from Warrenton, OR to Friday's Harbor. Seems like it took about 3 days, motoring...
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