French Golden Globe Race skipper Loïc Lepage was rescued from his Nicholson 32 MK X Laaland after it dismasted and was taking on water around 600 miles south west of Perth. Australia. Read the full story here: https://cms.yachtingmonthly.com/boat-events/golden-globe-race/loic-lepage-waits-for-rescue-dismasted-southern-ocean-australia-67769 Video courtesy: AMSA

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The knot commonly used to tie a fender onto the side of a boat to protect it from other boats and docks is called a "round turn and two half hitches." It is a simple and effective knot that provides a secure attachment for the fender. 👉Follow us for more tips about being a confident sailing cruiser! Here's how you tie a fender knot: 1. Start by passing the line's working end (rope) around a secure point on the boat, such as a cleat or railing. 2. Take the line's working end and make a loop around the standing part (the part of the line connected to the fender). 3. Pass the line's working end through the loop you just created. 4. Bring the line's working end around and make another loop around the standing part, similar to the first loop. 5. Pass the working end of the line through the second loop. 6. Tighten the knot by simultaneously pulling on the working end and the standing part. This knot will create a secure attachment for the fender, allowing it to protect the boat's side from impacts with other boats or docks. You can adjust the fender's height and position for optimal protection according to your specific docking situation. Follow us for more tips about being a confident sailing cruiser. #sailingexperience #boatknots #sailinglifestyle #short

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Catalac 9M catamaran under sail. These British built 30 foot boats cross oceans. They have two bedrooms, a bathroom, a full kitchen and a Salon that seats 6 adults. Their cockpits are large seating areas. These are safe, capable, entry level cruising catamarans at a fraction of the price.

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Per il momento le isole inglesi ci sono piaciute tutte (quelle viste, chiaramente). Sarà il fascino inglese, chissà. Ci svegliamo presto per dirigerci all’ufficio immigrazione. Dietro suggerimento, puntiamo Road Town, sull’isola di Tortola. Finiti gli impegni burocratici, torniamo a bordo per lavorare fino a tarda sera. Domani rimarremo qui per fare spesa e lavatrici, poi ci sposteremo verso Virgin Gorda, paradiso in terra. Tenetevi pronti a visitare le famose isole vergini britanniche direttamente dalla coperta di Julia! ⛵️ A domani Camilla

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