CapnChris & Captain Gordon on his Freedom 36. Gordon's Freedom 36 sloop, with it's crazy “mid-boom” flopping jib, free-standing mast, and somewhat quiet ride, graciously provided us with a fun-filled, enjoyable interim passage from our home-base of Newburyport to Hampton, Virginia. Departure day was chosen about ten days prior, simply because it fit a busy …
Winter is Coming
Quiet time before sunrise in Vinalhaven. We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch - we are going back from whence we came.John F. Kennedy I awoke early to watch the sunrise on yet another glorious cool, misty day. The water …
Fish Tale
I awoke around 0530 on a foggy morning (we’re in Maine after all) to the humming of propellers near our hull, and the faint voices from a captain issuing calls to proceed with throwing out a net. I slid the companionway hatch back just in time to see a fishing boat less than 50 feet …
What A Drag!
Modern anchors may be better equipped to handle the challenge of Maine's rocky coast. See how Fayaway has been dealing with her anchient rusty chain, and clocking wind conditions.
Purchase Decision
Revised since originally posted. One of our followers recently inquired about our boat purchasing methodology, and how we made the decision to purchase a particular boat with regards to how much work it needs: On Sat, Jul 17, 2021, 7:33 AM “Chris D” <xxx@gmail.com> wrote:If you would be willing to tell me as it would …
SV Fayaway 