Monthly Archives: June 2014

Lajes Harbor, Flores

Posted on June 11, 2014 by skippy526

Monday, June 9, 2014- We never got off the boat all day.  Sara spent the day writing and reorganizing the boat.  Bob and the crew worked on boat projects – mast leaks, Raymarine issues, etc.  Plus, Bob made the final … Continue reading →

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Azores Passage: Land Ho!

Posted on June 8, 2014 by skippy526

Sunday, June 8 – Land ho!  What a beautiful sight to see Flores about 40 miles in front of us.  It is volcanic and high making it visible from so far.  As we approached the island was magnificent with high … Continue reading →

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Azores Passage: Days 4-10

Posted on June 8, 2014 by skippy526

June 1-7, 2014- Day 5 – the boat did an average of close to 9 knots overnight under sail.  Bob took a picture of the speed instrument showing 9.6 knots.   Thrilling! Day 6 – A whale swam by the boat less … Continue reading →

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Azores Passage: Days 1-3

Posted on June 8, 2014 by skippy526

May 29-31, 2014- Winds were strong and we sailed for the next few days, completing 175 miles in the first 24 hours.  That is good.  Day three Ken and Bob took the winch apart and repaired it. The seas were … Continue reading →

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Azores Passage: Departure

Posted on June 8, 2014 by skippy526

Wednesday, May 28, 2014- We left the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club about 1 pm and motored around the north shore of Bermuda to St. George’s to clear out with Customs.  The two Customs agents would make a great comedy team, … Continue reading →

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