Buy a house they said! It will be fun they said! Well let me tell ya what: It nearly killed us both. Thankfully we stumbled into a life-altering experience at sea that forced us to do some monumental changes in our lives. Here’s what happend.
Category: Cruising
This 72 foot Viking ship is now for sale in Norway
As sailors, we always keep an eye on the boat market in Norway. Last weekend a spectacular boat was put on the market – a 72 foot full-scale, fully operational replica of the Oseberg ship, one of the most spectacular Viking ships in the world!
Sailing photos from the Norwegian west coast & Hardanger
Sailing in Norway gives you access to some of the most spectacular and pristine places on earth. And since you sail, you also get these secluded, stunning places all to yourself. Come join us, and see for yourself!
The 2021 Norwegian Covid coastal cruise Part 4
After days of pure relaxation in Hardanger, we reluctantly started heading back south to our home base Stavanger. Join us on a journey filled with action, amazing food, and spectacular nature experiences!
The 2021 Norwegian Covid coastal cruise Part 3
With yet another incoming weather system, and with a very narrow weather window, it was time for us to head south again. Join us as we run before the storm to Hardanger in Part 3 of our 2021 journey.
The 2021 Norwegian Covid coastal cruise Part 2
Having a good plan is a great thing. Tossing them out the window is often even better. Join us on the second leg of our sail up along the magnificent Norwegian coast, and experience the brutal and dramatic scenery of Langøy!
The 2021 Norwegian Covid coastal cruise Part 1
Plans are nothing; planning is everything, said Dwight D Eisenhower back in the day. Nothing has rung quite as true the past year. Here’s how our plans for the second year in a row went to shit, but turned out magnificently regardless.
The 2020 Covid yacht refit for Beneteau 411
Today marks the one year anniversary for the Norwegian 2020 Covid lockdown. Our yacht was on the hard for a massive refit to get her ready to cross the Atlantic. And then everything went to shit.
The Norwegian 2020 Covid coastal cruise Part 2
What should have been a 14 month cruise from Norway to the Caribbean and back again turned out quite differently thanks to Covid. Now firmly on the right side of 2021, it was time to wrap up our journey!
Get rid of condensation Part 2: How to insulate your boat!
In Part 1, we discussed the three pillars of condensation management; Heating, Insulation, and Ventilation. Now is the time for the practical implementation of these measures. Get ready for a shitload of pictures, a few surprises, facepalms and cursing…
How to get rid of condensation on a boat Part 1
Most production boats have notoriously poor ventilation and insulation. The result is a damp, mouldy and not very healthy, nor comfortable environment. They are hot when it’s warm, and freezing when it’s cold. Here’s how to get rid of the problems on a reasonable budget.
Designing the ultimate High Latitude cockpit enclosure
Designing a cockpit enclosure that protects you from the scorching tropical sun AND the bone chilling winds of the North Sea, but ALSO lets you trim your sails with ease is no small feat. Here’s how we designed ours.