Wait, there are tramps on Jane’O? Yes, actually, two of them. They are called trampolines, but tramps for short. And they are being serviced. They were starting to show some wear on the line that… 

Jane’O is slowly getting in better shape. Of course, I keep hitting problems fixing things, but I guess that’s boating for you. Projects and Covid-19 I haven’t been inviting anyone out to the boat. I… 

Jane’O finally has a real air conditioner! I went ahead with the MarineAire 9000 BTU unit which barely fits into the starboard side closet. It’s about 50 pounds, or about as heavy as that portable… 

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Yes, that’s my next trip. This is a La Nina year meaning that the tradewinds are increased, which is good! More wind behind us is usually better. Dates These are very tentative but here’s the… 

Some of you have heard me state that I don’t think liferafts are super valuable for coastal cruising. You’re just as good hopping in the dinghy, unless conditions are really rough, since it’s probably been…