After a weather break in Soper’s Hole, the Ebaughs head to Puerto Rico for some Marina fixes only to be greeted by a waterspout. Mar Azul also gets some mooring stabilizers.
In the fall of 2011, Mar Azul reached the British Virgin Islands just in time to sneak their dogs through customs, (almost) lose a dinghy and come face-to-face with Hurricane Irene.
The Ebaughs take a moment to look back at their cruising roots in the place that started it all. Paradise seems found until the Tsunami sirens pierce the air.
Back at Bahia de Almodóvar the Ebaugh’s wrestle with some wet weather and receive a visit from Luis, the brave Dell repairman doing some onboard fixes… a first for both parties.
Mar Azul explores the beauty of Isla de Vieques while also learning to appreciate the joy of having back up systems on board. Lastly, Elaine spends an important day on the hook explaining one of the most vital elements of cruising, your budget.
Catch up with Mar Azul as they move from Culebra to Palmas del Mar, where they tackle some shore chores in preparation for hurricane season and look forward to their next destination.
Catch up with Bob and Elaine aboard Mar Azul as they make their way across Puerto Rico Starting in Ponce and finally landing in Palmas del Mar.
Bob and Elaine explore Luperon as Mar Azul lands in the Dominican Republic.
Follow along with Bob and Elaine Ebaugh aboard their 1985 DeFever 44 as they spend a few years cruising the waters off of South America
Follow along with Bob and Elaine Ebaugh aboard their 1985 DeFever 44 as they spend a few years cruising the waters off of South America
Feeling queasy on the water happens to all of us. Here’s how to identify the early signs and counter them.
Conversations with the legendary lensman Onne van der Wal.
Nathan and Lindsay of the 71 Percent—the can’t stop, won’t stop power cruisers—completed a “wrong way” crossing of the Pacific Ocean.
An adventure aboard a 90-year-old ship brings the past to life.
A traveling boat’s toolbox is never full. Try to equip yours to handle any issues that might arise.
A small crew finds the adventure they wanted on a bucket-list journey to Greenland aboard a custom aluminum yacht.
AIS networks are a mighty addition to any onboard suite of electronics. They have significant value, but also limitations.
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If you give your engine and generators regular love and attention, they won’t let you down.
A loft-like open layout and a choice of power-train options let buyers choose their own adventure.
