We had an interesting final sail on Peter's Firebird in the most wind I sailed in when in Barbados - we sailed with 2 reefs. Peter's friend Eric has a foiling waveboard and he wanted to foil behind the Firebird. In the end he managed it, but there was lots of falling in at the beginning. It was hard work for Peter and I as we had to start at near zero speed, so Eric could grab the tow rope, then slowly accelerate to about 7 knots so he could get ready for lift off. Then accelerate to 10 knots very quickly, so he could lift out. And then control the speed at 10-12 rather than surge up to 15-18. But of course the wind would drop, or he'd fall in or.... but, as I say, after 2 hours he did manage to fly for maybe 30 secs. Although, if we were quick enough, we could stop and heave to after he fell in, sometimes we sailed on too far and then we had to pull in the tow rope (we discovered it was too easy to get it entangled on rudders and daggerboards), tack round and sail back. As always it was scary how quickly a head disappears from view. But interestingly we could easily see him when he was in the sun, it was when he was north of us that he became invisible (one of his sons kept a very close eye on Dad, religiously pointing to his position). Flat water helped, and lots of passing day charter cats got a bit confused by seeing a swimmer apparently a mile out to sea but happily waving!

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It's peaceful out here 🥰 I moved into the van because I couldn't afford rent and I needed to regain my independence after losing everything I worked so hard for in Indonesia. Through processing grief in my little zen den on wheels, this lifestyle has given me the greatest gifts of all: ✨Full appreciation of the simple life and the little blessings, all while exploring wild places with my best friend 🐶 If life is being extra life-y right now, know that you've got this, and there are people out here who understand. Reach out. There's no need to go through the tough stuff alone. #vanlife #solofemalevanlife #vanlifereality #selflove #recovery #sobriety

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Would you relax in the massive rigid forward cockpit or enjoy the panoramic views from the flybridge? Rate this yacht from 1–5 stars and comment below! Bali 4.2 © Catana Group / Bali Catamarans Length overall: 12.85 m (42 ft 2 in) Beam: 7.08 m (23 ft 3 in) Draft: 1.22 m (4 ft 0 in) Light displacement: 11,500 kg (25,353 lb) Maximum sail area: 105 m² (1,130 sq ft) Engines: 2 x 30 hp to 45 hp diesel Fuel capacity: 800 L (211 US gal) Water capacity: 860 L (227 US gal) Cabins: 3–4 Berths: 6–10 persons The Bali 4.2 is a trailblazer in the mid-size cruising market, featuring the brand's unique "Bali Door" that pivots to connect the saloon and cockpit into a single, expansive living area. This model replaces the traditional forward trampoline with a solid deck, creating a huge forward cockpit for dining and lounging that remains dry and secure. With its high bridge deck clearance and efficient hull design, the 4.2 provides a stable and comfortable platform for coastal or blue water adventures. Designed for social sailing, the flybridge offers a dedicated zone for the helm and a secondary lounge area, ensuring the skipper is never isolated from the guests. The interior is flooded with natural light through wrap-around windows and a large forward-facing window that opens completely for natural ventilation. Whether you are navigating the Caribbean or island hopping in the Mediterranean, the Bali 4.2 delivers unparalleled volume and modern Mediterranean-style luxury. #Bali4.2 #SailingCatamaran #BaliCatamarans #HarbourMasters

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A tale of recovery story by young wakeboarder Justin Caskey. Justin may have lost his leg, but he still catches air on the water and embraces the boating lifestyle. http://www.discoverboating.ca/

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