Monthly Archives: December 2011

Any excuse to get a good view

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Colin Lowe

I used to be terrified about climbing the mast, and had to take it incrementally (the psychological medicine) over a period of time.  Each small increase in height was an achievement.   Finally  I could race up the mast bare … Continue reading →

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Thermostat for 12V fridge

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Colin Lowe

Now there’s and interesting topic, one to rivet you to this screen.  Interesting for boaties who, this summer enjoy a cool beer on board.  And fresh fish, fresh meat, veges and perishables.  It was not always like this.  We circumnavigated without refrigeration partly … Continue reading →

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The R Tucker Thompson

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Colin Lowe

It’s great to see the charter vessel R Tucker sailing every day in the Bay of Islands..   A lovely sight indeed.  It is super that sailing skills  required for this type of boat are being kept alive.

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Great technology when one can stitch together three shots and call it a panorama.  The Admiral and I were out walking, searching for a Bay of Islands walkways track one evening.    Wild Bird is behind the trees on the … Continue reading →

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Colin Lowe | Leave a comment

Three remarkable French Couples

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Colin Lowe

Three remarkable French Couples We had just been fishing for snapper (caught four) and anchored in the lovely Roberton Island bay after motoring from the Kerikeri Inlet.    While in the dinghy ready to climb the hill for the day’s exercise, … Continue reading →

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