Recent content by janeK

The boots can be returned to Dubarry and they will replace the sole for you. This happened to my pair a few years back, cost me £65 and not only did they replace the sole but the Gortex lining in the boots too. Ive had my boots 12+ years and they are still good and probably the best piece of...

Frans, Please could you provide further details about where you would be departing from and possibly returning to? Many thanks janeK

also available on youtube:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=degq33I-H8o now 10 mins to start Enjoy I am watching CQS that is some design and definitely one to watch

Great photos thank you

Could you give an indication as to what expenses you are expecting the crew to contribute towards?

retired in Crete - very good description of the EU

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Having just completed a Sea Survival course it got me thinking how many of you that own a boat have ever been on one? As a life raft is a piece of safety equipment that is on the boat and hopefully never to be used. Please don't think "oh, it doesn't apply to me, I only coastal hop" being holed...

Thank you for the replies will try and investigate further prior to going but the charts seem to be rather old and in black & white that I have found, Hopefully will buy the Navionics package and they will be more up to date as not able to view prior to purchase!! Thank you JaneK

"Used to live there - don't trust anything anyone tells you, especially if there is cash involved." Oh dear, that sounds ominous when I have to pay up front for eveything. Any tips on sailing areas, or cruising manual to read prior to getting there? Where are the best places to see in Capetown...

I am thinking of going down to Sth Africa to sail in the Langebaan and Cape Town areas. There is bound to be someone on here who has been and has some useful tips/advice Will probably be in Feb 2016 for about 3-4 weeks (am fed up with this winter grey weather... I need some sun) Any advice...

I like my Toggi boots, really comfy and comfortable

Really friendly and helpful staff at the Town Quay marina, plus if your crew are arriving at Southampton Railway station there is a regular bus service due to the Red Ferry terminal.

Listened whilst driving in the car too, excellent radio, and well worth a listen for those that missed it.

Drink !!!!!