How should I prepare for sailing around the world?
Hey everyone, sailing around the world has always been one of my biggest dreams. I recently started learning how to sail - I’ve got my ASA 101 and 103 so far, and I’m planning to do 104 and 105 next season.
Even though I’m making progress, the idea of actually sailing around the world still feels like a big leap. Waiting until I reach financial freedom or retirement feels like it could take decades, and I don’t want to put this dream off for that long. So I’ve been wondering - would it be possible to work for a few more years, save up enough to buy a boat, and then start working remotely while sailing around the world? Kind of like living the digital nomad life, but on the ocean instead of land.
If this is possible, I’m wondering how I could start preparing over the next few years before buying a boat and setting off. I’d love to hear from anyone who’s done long trips, crossed oceans, or is planning something similar:
* How should I prepare for longer sailing journeys when were just starting out? What kinds of things do I need to keep track of?
* What kind of boat setup does it need if wanting to work online while sailing?
* What’s something you wish you had known when you first started sailing around the world?
I’m still very new to sailing, but I’d love to start preparing early and learn from people who’ve actually done it. Thanks so much!
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Hey everyone, sailing around the world has always been one of my biggest dreams. I recently started learning how to sail - I’ve got my ASA 101 and 103 so far, and I’m planning to do 104 and 105 next season.
Even though I’m making progress, the idea of actually sailing around the world still feels like a big leap. Waiting until I reach financial freedom or retirement feels like it could take decades, and I don’t want to put this dream off for that long. So I’ve been wondering - would it be possible to work for a few more years, save up enough to buy a boat, and then start working remotely while sailing around the world? Kind of like living the digital nomad life, but on the ocean instead of land.
If this is possible, I’m wondering how I could start preparing over the next few years before buying a boat and setting off. I’d love to hear from anyone who’s done long trips, crossed oceans, or is planning something similar:
* How should I prepare for longer sailing journeys when were just starting out? What kinds of things do I need to keep track of?
* What kind of boat setup does it need if wanting to work online while sailing?
* What’s something you wish you had known when you first started sailing around the world?
I’m still very new to sailing, but I’d love to start preparing early and learn from people who’ve actually done it. Thanks so much!
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Time for a new boat
Hi does anyone have some recommendations for my next dinghy purchase. I'm about 70kg fairly experienced dinghy sailor looking for a new class to go into. I mainly sail inland in the UK. I'm looking for a single handed hiking dinghy. Previously I have sailed lasers,Rs100, rs300, rs600, firefly, fireball, 420s, 470s and areos, Any advice would be good. Just looking to see what others recommend.
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Hi does anyone have some recommendations for my next dinghy purchase. I'm about 70kg fairly experienced dinghy sailor looking for a new class to go into. I mainly sail inland in the UK. I'm looking for a single handed hiking dinghy. Previously I have sailed lasers,Rs100, rs300, rs600, firefly, fireball, 420s, 470s and areos, Any advice would be good. Just looking to see what others recommend.
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Used sails, or cheap sails?
I have a Spindrift 22 and I'll need new sails before long. This boat is Very similar in dimensions to a Catalina 22, especially in the sail department. Currently I have a used J24 mainsail and I think a custom made jib from a local sail loft. Said sail loft did make the mainsail cover and uv strip for the jib. They are $60/hour, but i have no idea how many hours and/or material costs for my particular sails.
My question is, in your opinion, should I...
A) bite the bullet and save up for quality sails from my local loft (and further integrate into my area's sailing community)
B) buy cheap sails from someone like Rolly Tasker (I've already gotten quotes from several and RT is the bets price)
C) look for used Catalina 22 sails. If this option is your choice, do you know where to source them?
I don't have a high budget being a partially disabled part time dock hand, but I do love this little boat and plan to keep it and sail it with my wife and son for decades to come. I'd love to trailer it to Ziggy's Bucaneer Bash, The Texas 200, and beyond.
I guess another option I only now thought of is, do you know any sail lofts in Texas (central) who have great prices? Thank y'all for any input.
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I have a Spindrift 22 and I'll need new sails before long. This boat is Very similar in dimensions to a Catalina 22, especially in the sail department. Currently I have a used J24 mainsail and I think a custom made jib from a local sail loft. Said sail loft did make the mainsail cover and uv strip for the jib. They are $60/hour, but i have no idea how many hours and/or material costs for my particular sails.
My question is, in your opinion, should I...
A) bite the bullet and save up for quality sails from my local loft (and further integrate into my area's sailing community)
B) buy cheap sails from someone like Rolly Tasker (I've already gotten quotes from several and RT is the bets price)
C) look for used Catalina 22 sails. If this option is your choice, do you know where to source them?
I don't have a high budget being a partially disabled part time dock hand, but I do love this little boat and plan to keep it and sail it with my wife and son for decades to come. I'd love to trailer it to Ziggy's Bucaneer Bash, The Texas 200, and beyond.
I guess another option I only now thought of is, do you know any sail lofts in Texas (central) who have great prices? Thank y'all for any input.
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Winter on the Chesapeake attire
So, I’m approaching my first winter on the Chesapeake and want to make sure I’m dressed accordingly.
I’m on a keelboat, so spray and maybe mist/frost, but I’m not getting dunked.
I’ve got a merino shirt and jacket, which has served me well in other winter activities. I’ve got a set of shoes ready to go.
But what to do about pants? And gloves?
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So, I’m approaching my first winter on the Chesapeake and want to make sure I’m dressed accordingly.
I’m on a keelboat, so spray and maybe mist/frost, but I’m not getting dunked.
I’ve got a merino shirt and jacket, which has served me well in other winter activities. I’ve got a set of shoes ready to go.
But what to do about pants? And gloves?
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Help me remember the name of a sailing travelogue — author sails UK → Canaries → Caribbean and rescues a man at sea
I’m trying to recall the name of a sailing book I read years ago. It’s a **solo sailing travelogue** (non-fiction) . The author:
* Solo sails a yacht (think it was 30 - 35 ft, it had aft cabin) **around the UK**,
* Then heads **down across the Bay of Biscay and on to the Canaries**,
* And then **across the Atlantic to the Caribbean**.
Just **before he makes landfall in the Caribbean**, he spots a **fishing boat adrift with a man in it** and **rescues him**.
I am sure that the **book’s title actually refers to this moment**, but you **don’t realise that until you get to that moment**.
It’s a **modernish British travel narrative**, not one of the old-school singlehanded circumnavigations. Probably late 90s early noughties.
Does anyone recognise which book this might be?
Appreciate any help here, neither Google or even ChatGPT have been any help.
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I’m trying to recall the name of a sailing book I read years ago. It’s a **solo sailing travelogue** (non-fiction) . The author:
* Solo sails a yacht (think it was 30 - 35 ft, it had aft cabin) **around the UK**,
* Then heads **down across the Bay of Biscay and on to the Canaries**,
* And then **across the Atlantic to the Caribbean**.
Just **before he makes landfall in the Caribbean**, he spots a **fishing boat adrift with a man in it** and **rescues him**.
I am sure that the **book’s title actually refers to this moment**, but you **don’t realise that until you get to that moment**.
It’s a **modernish British travel narrative**, not one of the old-school singlehanded circumnavigations. Probably late 90s early noughties.
Does anyone recognise which book this might be?
Appreciate any help here, neither Google or even ChatGPT have been any help.
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Boat return service
Hi!
Coming Januari I’m crossing the atlantic with a group of 4, including me and my gf. Once arrived in the Caribbean, we will continue with the two of us.
We consider either buying a boat abroad, but also thought of returning someones boat from the Caribbean to Europe. We are sure there must be cases of people that had to leave their boat abroad because of circumstances, but would like it back in their home country. Does anyone know a platform / way to put this opportunity out there? To find a possible match?
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Hi!
Coming Januari I’m crossing the atlantic with a group of 4, including me and my gf. Once arrived in the Caribbean, we will continue with the two of us.
We consider either buying a boat abroad, but also thought of returning someones boat from the Caribbean to Europe. We are sure there must be cases of people that had to leave their boat abroad because of circumstances, but would like it back in their home country. Does anyone know a platform / way to put this opportunity out there? To find a possible match?
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