A blog by nerds afloat
The Burnetts are merrily sailing along. Just a couple of hours ago they hoisted their new Quantum asymmetrical spinnaker. For non-boaty-types, this is the giant, colorful sail hoisted when sailboats go downwind that loks as if the boat is ramming … Read More
The Burnetts are probably the happiest people ever to begin the process of being trapped in a small vehicle with your family for three weeks. Since The Disaster occurred after just four hours of sailing last time, the family was … Read More
The Burnetts are ready! Sea-trials went well and the fridge is full. Next step in our trial of patience exacted upon us by Master Oogway, the Atlantic wind god: spend three weeks offshore, crossing the Atlantic! Oh, Master Oogway, you toy … Read More
Rudders are painted and on! Putting rudders on while the boat is in the water is a thrilling experience that hopefully one doesn’t need to do too often. Dropping a 120-pound object into the deep blue and trusting it to … Read More
Allie named this post to reflect her mood. All of the Burnetts are happy. Marvin is back in the water! Exciting times! Please forgive Mel for not posting for a while. The Burnetts have been busy and exhausted. Normally, packing … Read More