As the fall nears, I have to make an increasing number of important decisions regarding the rig, equipment, hull, supplies, etc with the boat. The offshore sailboat has many different systems, and everything has to be examined, and all weaknesses fixed before heading offshore. This is extremely important because since I don't plan on stopping for repairs everything has to be in working order even after months at sea.
More people have become involved, and I would like to thank Best Marine Imports for the great sailing equipment, as well as 48 North Sailing Magazine. 48 North has agreed to publish articles I send articles while on the voyage, which will be another fun thing to do. As I sail into the high latitudes, I should have some exciting stuff to write about. Also, Cruising World will feature an article about my voyage soon.
I have tried to do as much sailing as possible while preparing for the voyage. This has recently been day sails around the Peninsula, but I look forward to doing some sea trials offshore when the boat is ready. We are working on the engine, and then I will move the boat to Port Angeles to be more convenient for working on.
The website is undergoing some work, and it should be improved with some more pictures and other improvements soon. This will include coming up with a good logo to represent the sailing voyage. Well, that's all for today.
Fair Winds,
Ryan