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â” Ever wonder why you sometimes see sailboats propped up on land? Thatâs called being on the hard. Itâs when we haul the boat out of the water for a little TLC: scrubbing, inspecting, and polishing so every sail with us feels effortless. Right now, Lazy Sheet Sailing is getting freshened up and will be back in the water soon, ready for your island adventure. đŽ âš Where would you rather be, on deck or on the beach? Tell us below! đ Lazy Sheet Sailing | Philipsburg, St. Maarten â Shared & private day sails available đ¶ Music: âCalm Reflectionsâ by Mohamed Hassan (Pixabay) đ Book your sail: www.lazysheetsailing.com #LazySheetSailing #LazySheetSailingSXM #SailSXM #SXM #SailingSXM #StMaarten #StMartin #BoatLife #OceanEscape #CaribbeanTravel #SailingLife
Weâre heading out at night to get to our next destination by morning. There is something magical about sailing at night. The darkness envelops everything around you, and the only light comes from the stars above and the moon reflecting off the water. The gentle sound of the waves lapping against the boat and the sails periodically luffing create a peaceful and serene atmosphere. As you sail into the unknown, there is a sense of adventure and excitement. You never know what lies ahead, but you trust in your skills and the boat to guide you safely through the darkness. It's a feeling of freedom and liberation, leaving behind the worries and stresses of everyday life and embracing the mystery of the open sea. The beauty of sailing at night is not just in the scenery but in the experience. It's a time for introspection and reflection, a chance to disconnect from technology and connect with nature. The darkness allows you to see the stars in all their glory, a reminder of the vastness of the universe and our place within it. Facing the unknown can be scary, but it can also be exhilarating. Sailing at night is a perfect metaphor for life itself, full of unexpected twists and turns. It teaches us to trust in ourselves and our abilities, to face our fears head-on and overcome them. It's a reminder that even in the darkness, there is beauty and wonder to be found. Sailing at night is a truly unique experience that allows us to disconnect from the world and connect with nature. It's a time for introspection and reflection, a chance to face the unknown and embrace its beauty. It teaches us to trust in ourselves and our abilities, and to find the courage to navigate through life's challenges. So, next time you have the chance to sail at night, don't hesitate to embrace the mystery and let the beauty of the unknown guide you. #sailingexperience #sailingadventure #sailinglife
We've been out on my 33year old, 30ft Sagitta catamaran a few times since launching a month ago. But yesterday was the first "real" sail. I was joined by Alex and Kristina, who had sailed the boat a couple of times last year. There was more wind than expected, 20+ in Plymouth Sound. We left the mooring at 14.30, reached out to sea until we were 10 miles south of the breakwater (according to the gps) then turned round and were back on mooring at 17.30. 27 miles sailed. No breakages, but a spinnaker wrap on the last gybe as we re-entered the Tamar. So "a good time was had by all", and hopefully bodes well for the Falmouth Triangle race this holiday weekend. More on Sagitta here https://www.sailingcatamarans.com/index.php/designs-2/3-25ft-to-30ft-catamarans-designs/171-sagitta