Sailing adventures on our Whiting 29
Crew: Geoff, Peter, Grant, Kate, MurrayWeather Forecast: 15 kts northerlies, fine with some cloud. We departed from Chaffers at 1110 hrs and sailed round to Evans Bay. The wind was looking to be somewhat more than predicted so we hoisted the No. 3 Genoa with full Main.The course was advised as the #10: First warning 12:45hrs. Start/finish... Continue Reading →
18th May - Motored Halo with Murray round to Evans Bay Slipway. Loaded on to quick slip and water blasted the hull and then boat taken into position on the hard for painting etc. Purchased the antifoul paint from Bartons: 4 lt. International Ultra 2 White, 1 lt International Ultra 2 Black, and 1 lt. International... Continue Reading →
I had to replace fuel pump after the old Facet pump died while we were in the Marlborough Sounds. After a bit of research I decided on the FUELFLOW 015 pump, manufactured in New Zealand. I ordered it direct from the factory at www.fuelflow.co.nz Also replaced wiring and connector blocks with waterproof crimps. All works great! Have kept... Continue Reading →
Crew: Geoff, Bob, Nicky and Shorty (the dog). Forecasts: Northerly 15 knots, easing to variable 5 knots this afternoon. Northeast 10 knots developing this evening. Sea slight. Fine weather. After the safety briefing we cast off from Chaffers Marina at 1006 hrs. After giving Bob some practise on helm while we motored around. We then hoisted... Continue Reading →
Crew: Geoff, Robert, Peter, Grant, Brent, Eduardo. Forecast: Northerly 5-10 kts. Friday 2 March1600 hrs - Murray to collect Robert from airport (NZ437 ETA 4.05 pm) and drive to Chaffers (will borrow Geoff’s parking pass).1700 - Halo departs Chaffers heading to Seaview Marina Berth A36. Crew: Geoff, Robert, Murray.1830 - Graciela drives to Seaview Marina1900 -... Continue Reading →
Crew: Geoff & Grant. Cook Coastal Forecast: Southeast 15 knots, turning Sunday morning northeast 10 knots, then rising late Sunday northerly 25 knots.Travelling Eastbound: Leave Tory Channel 2 hours after the tidal stream commences setting E. You will have a favourable tidal stream across Cook Strait and through the Cape Terawhiti-Sinclair Head area.Preferred weather: Northerly wind.The Plan:Friday... Continue Reading →
Crew: Geoff & Graciela. Nelson Marina Leaving the marina The Cut - Nelson Entering French Pass Cape Jackson Ship Cove Picton Visitors Jetty
Crew: Geoff & Graciela. Forecast Coastal Area Abel: Northerly 15 knots easing to variable 10 knots south of Separation Point this evening.
Crew: Geoff, Graciela. Forecast Stephens: Northwest 15 knots west of Stephens Island Wednesday morning, then becoming northwest 15 knots but southwest 15 knots in the west Wednesday afternoon. We departed Picton at 0800 hrs. Calm, cloudy morning to start with then the head wind picked up as we motor sailed up thoiugh Queen Charlotte Sound.... Continue Reading →
Crew: Geoff, Robert, Murray, Paul Wavish, Robin Forecast: Northerly 10 knots, rising to 15 knots early afternoon, to 20 knots in the evening. Fine weather.As Temptation were short staffed we invited Paul and Robin to join us on Halo. We had a great start crossing the line a few seconds after 1315 hrs with Paul... Continue Reading →
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