May 2021 – Page 2 – 70th parallel

Rugged

It’s obvious that off-beaten-tracks will come along any high latitude sailing plan. Although there seem to be places where every sailor going after this sort of adventure would gather (Ushuaia in the South, Reykjavik in the North for instance), at some point the anchoring will be in uncharted territory. Grounding or hitting a rock onContinue reading “Rugged”

What is it that makes a high latitude boat?

Being a rookie has its advantages. It allows you to search for inspiration from role models you get to pick, and the unlimited access to online information streamlines drastically the process. And beyond the smartass answer (“Its crew is what makes a high latitude boat”), we’ll try to understand the specifics of such a boat,Continue reading “What is it that makes a high latitude boat?”

How it all starts

Ten years sailing the most enchanting places within one of the most beautiful sea, not only rich with incredible sceneries, but also with a unique cultural heritage on each of its shores. And doing this in the best of conditions, as we’d be sailing in all seasons, but especially when the nicest anchorage or littleContinue reading “How it all starts”