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**The Wind Horse Reports**

Steve and Linda write a regular column for SetSailors from wherever they are in the world. Join in as they cruise the world, and discuss topics of interest to sailors everywhere. (To stay up-to-date with the progress of Steve and Linda's new "Unsailboat" Wind Horse, click here.)

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1 May 2008	The Dashews check out some cool gear on the neighboring boats in Balboa.
29 Apr 2008	A report on Balboa and the Flamenco Marina.
28 Apr 2008	Arrival in Panama.
27 Apr 2008	Learning more about the Expedition Routing software, and using it to compare different weather models.
25 Apr 2008	Day 11 towards Panama - lots of traffic, and the vessels observed are a study in contrasts.
25 Apr 2008	The unusually warm water has the Dashews wondering about the upcoming hurricane season.
24 Apr 2008	With AC power consumption at a personal record, Steve and Linda are experimenting with different management schemes.
24 Apr 2008	Here's a cool tool Steve was glad to have on hand during his recent foray into replumbing the toasty hydraulic cooling system underway.
23 Apr 2008	Day 9 towards Panama - the Dashews have emailed a few photos and notes via Iridium.
21 Apr 2008	After a brief stop in Acapulco, Wind Horse is underway again. Here's an article on managing the heat down below, as well as in the freezers and the engine room.
21 Apr 2008	Air conditioning on board: The logic behind the compromises.
20 Apr 2008	Stop or Go? Almost halfway to Panama, with Acapulco near by, the Dashews use routing software to help make the decision.
18 Apr 2008	Mexico to Panama Passage Report: Welcome to the tropics!
18 Apr 2008	Communications update: What the Dashews are currently using to stay in touch while cruising, and why.
16 Apr 2008	En route to Panama. Getting back into the groove after a day and a half at sea.
16 Apr 2008	Trying out a new routing tool that's being developed for cruisers.
15 Apr 2008	Here's news on a new tool for logging marine weather data.
11 Apr 2008	The Dashews get some help networking 2 PCs, a Mac, a printer, a Verizon broadband card, and a WiFi antenna/amplifier on Wind Horse.
11 Apr 2008	Antenna connections must be secure and dry, which is not easy to accomplish on a seagoing vessel. Steve and Linda got some tips from a techie-cruising guru while updating their SSB email system and installing a WiFi antenna.
10 Apr 2008	Cool tool: Wind Horse gets an industrial-size fresh water pressure switch.
10 Apr 2008	Linda is filling up Wind Horse's fridge system and basement with a huge amount of groceries, as they'll be cruising in areas where their favorite food is hard to come by.
2 Apr 2008	Wind Horse's Mastervolt inverters didn't work as expected, so they've been replaced with Victron inverter charges. After a year of use, the Dashews report on how they worked out. Too good to be true, or is this inverter revolution for real?
27 Mar 2008	In Wind Horse's four days hauled out at Ventura Harbor Boat Yard, a huge list of projects were accomplished. This is how a boat yard ought to be run!
21 Mar 2008	Another "cool tool": a hydraulic crimping tool, used to properly affix electrical lugs on heavy cables. Can have a big impact on the efficiency of your electrical system.
21 Mar 2008	The challenging but important chore of removing the CV axles for a check-up.
20 Mar 2008	Not all underwater metal surfaces are good candidates for anti-fouling paint, so the Dashews test a product called "Prop Shield".
20 Mar 2008	Bottom maintenance: Wind Horse gets hauled out before heading for the UK. How does the bottom look after six months sitting in a mossy canal, and after last summer's encounters with ice and logs?
13 Mar 2008	Tips for working with marine insurance brokers, especially for coverage in remote cruising grounds like Greenland.
11 Mar 2008	Fees, traffic jams, and other details for yachts crossing the Panama Canal in the spring of 2008.
10 Mar 2008	The Dashew's old friend Beowulf recently raced from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta. Along the way, the crew made a couple of clever jury rig repairs at sea. They've sent in photos.
9 Mar 2008	Update on Maptech UK digital charts: Did the Dashews get what they paid for?
29 Feb 2008	A surprisingly affordable option for UK electronic charts.
28 Feb 2008	Steve and Linda have equipped their dinghy to serve as a liferaft. The latest addition is a rescue orange awning/tent.
26 Feb 2008	Find out the results when Linda tests an induction cooktop in Wind Horse's galley, with hopes of saving on propane and energy consumption.
20 Feb 2008	Plan A or Plan B? The Dashews are planning to take Wind Horse to Europe, and debating two radically different routes for getting there.
4 Jan 2008	Cleaning Wind Horse's aluminum topsides.
14 Dec 2007	Mechanical vs. electrical engine gauges.
19 Nov 2007	Navigating in fog.
18 Nov 2007	Dealing with a melted exhaust (without an exhausting meltdown).
9 Nov 2007	We asked all the SetSailors to share their tips for maximizing visibility at sea. The Dashews write about lighting, paint color, and reflective tape.
9 Oct 2007	A warning about using strobe lights on the masthead to increase your visibility.
3 Oct 2007	Cool tool: Knipex plier wrench.
1 Oct 2007	Collision avoidance: Why ARPA is not foolproof.
28 Sept 2007	PAR bilge pump repair - jury-rigging check valves.
27 Sept 2007	Putting Wind Horse into the barn.
12 Sept 2007	San Miguel in the Channel Islands - lots of interesting critters, and some interesting boats too.
11 Sept 2007	Turning the corner at Point Arguello.
10 Sept 2007	Eureka! The Dashews revisit the small Northern California town where Linda taught school 40+ years ago, and discover it to be one of the best cruising stops on the Pacific Coast.
8 Sept 2007	Cape Mendocino experiments: Weather was different than forecast, but Wind Horse still gets in some surfing (top speeds of 22 knots), and the Dashews get a chance to test the boat in new conditions.
6 Sept 2007	Surf's up - time to boogy! Getting ready to test Wind Horse in a fall gale off Cape Mendocino, California.
2 Sept 2007	Dealing with US Customs in Roche Harbor, Washington.
31 Aug 2007	Interesting boats to ogle at the end of the summer.
21 Aug 2007	Solution for singing props.
20 Aug 2007	Anchor update Summer '07. Why bigger is better, and how Rocna anchor has performed.
10 Aug 2007	Desolation Sound, Part 2: Waterfall quest.
9 Aug 2007	Desolation Sound, Part 1: Boat watching.
8 Aug 2007	Cordero Cove: A walk in the forest, and learning firsthand about the logging industry.
7 Aug 2007	Techniques for riding the rapids in Central British Columbia.
5 Aug 2007	Broughton Bay: Rainy weather has its benefits. (Don't miss the photos at the end of this article.)
4 Aug 2007	Alert Bay: Partaking in indigenous cuisine.
3 Aug 2007	While taking a spin around the harbor, Steve & Linda spot the ultimate radar mast.
1 Aug 2007	A bug zapper that works!
29 July 2007	Queen Charlottes, Part 4 of 4: While sitting with new friends in the salon in a beautiful anchorage, swapping stories of cruising wildlife encounters, the Dashews have a surprising encounter of their own.
28 July 2007	Queen Charlottes, Part 3: In an unnamed cove in Louscoone Inlet, the Dashews find the magic they're always seeking. Here's a photo montage.
27 July 2007	Queen Charlottes, Part 2: An interesting piloting approach into Sperm Bay, where the detailed Canadian chart shows no soundings.
25 July 2007	Report from the lovely, isolated anchorages of British Columbia's Queen Charlotte Islands.
24 July 2007	Baking in the microwave: A broken oven leads Linda to some delicious experiments.
23 July 2007	Update on Pacific Coast communications.
19 July 2007	The difference between trollers and trawlers (and purseiners and gill netters, for that matter).
19 July 2007	Partaking in 4th of July festivities in the small community of Craig, Alaska.
18 July 2007	Tempting the ghosts in haunted Devil Fish Bay.
17 July 2007	Peace and quiet on the southwest coast of Baranof Island.
16 July 2007	Sitka: A unique blend of town dwellers, commercial fishermen, interesting boats on the dock, citified bald eagles, and a bit of tourism.
12 July 2007	Survival training, Part 6 of 6: Life rafts.
11 July 2007	Survival training, Part 5: Immersion suits.
10 July 2007	Survival training, Part 4: Man overboard.
10 July 2007	Kenai Peninsula: The Dashews discover that Wind Horse is on "Wanted" posters. If you're a foreign-flag vessel planning to visit Alaska, you'll want to find out why.
8 July 2007	Survival training, Part 3: Fighting fires.
7 July 2007	Survival training, Part 2: Using flares.
5 July 2007	We asked all the SetSailors to write about anchoring in challenging conditions. The Dashews' philosophy is to prepare for worst-case scenarios.
2 July 2007	Prince William Sound, Part 2: Putting the SONAR to work, thanks to sketchy charts.
1 July 2007	Prince William Sound, Part 1: Sensory overload.
29 June 2007	In Sitka Steve and Linda take a fascinating survival training course, which leads to a 6-part series of articles. Here's the first installment. Check back soon for the subsequent survival training articles.
21 June 2007	Cordova, Alaska has some of the nicest tidal grids Steve & Linda have ever seen. Here are some considerations when using tidal grids for boat maintenance.
21 June 2007	The cruising fleet in Cordova have seen some tough miles. Several boats featured smart high-latitude adaptations.
21 June 2007	The Cordova fishing fleet, and the phenomena of the Copper River salmon season.
20 June 2007	The Dashews rent a car and go for a 50-mile drive along Cordova's only highway.
19 June 2007	Hanging out for awhile and getting acquainted with Cordova, Alaska.
18 June 2007	Defrosting the refrigeration system - and other notes on optimizing efficiency.
7 June 2007	Bargain engine oil: Do you get what you pay for?
3 June 2007	Getting some real world practice in a dry suit.
2 June 2007	Cool tool for gadget junkies: The wire tie puller & cutter.
1 June 2007	Networking the boat's computers, wireless printer, and cell-phone broadband modem with the help of the Geek Squad.
30 May 2007	Prince William Sound is a cruising destination Linda & Steve have always dreamed about. Now they're exploring the treasure chest.
29 May 2007	The Dashews discuss meteorological considerations (and share the sweeping vistas) while crossing the potentially treacherous Gulf of Alaska.
29 May 2007	Cooking with Gas: Replacing an LP gas regulator.
24 May 2007	Excursion Inlet: Orcas and ungulates.
22 May 2007	Changes in the tiny community of Warm Springs Cove, which Linda & Steve first visited last July. Eighteen feet of snow this winter has left its mark!
22 May 2007	Dramatic scenery in Red Bluff Cove.
22 May 2007	Petersburg part 2: Tales of savage sea lions, bow hunters of bear, and other colorful local characters.
22 May 2007	Petersburg: A working fishing village with a Viking heritage (and no cruise ships).
21 May 2007	Navigating through Wrangell Narrows - a windy, twisty, shallow, current-filled cut.
20 May 2007	Ketchikan, Alaska - Clearing in, tidal grids, and meeting the Baileys aboard the fascinating 1930s survey vessel Catalyst.
19 May 2007	Checking the Kabola heating system for signs of age.
18 May 2007	Tweaking the exhaust system to minimize noise.
17 May 2007	A warning about "fake" Bruce anchors, and how to tell the difference between the real thing and a knockoff.
16 May 2007	Puget Sound to Ketchikan, Alaska in just five days. Lots of good boat-watching (and other unusual waterborne objects) along the way.
16 May 2007	Cruising report from Puget Sound.
15 May 2007	Changing water pump impellers, with tips from a pro.
14 May 2007	Engine maintenance at the 2000-hour milestone.
3 May 2007	Santa Cruz to Neah Bay: More on working the weather.
3 May 2007	Tropical deck awnings: Part 3 of 3.
22 Apr 2007	On the move again: Riding a frontal system north up the Pacific coast.
21 Apr 2007	Adding/improving insulation to Wind Horse's hull.
19 Apr 2007	Tropical deck awnings: Part 2 of 3.
16 Apr 2007	Steam cleaning: Experimenting with a new way to clean the engine room.
12 Apr 2007	Tropical deck awnings: Part 1 of a 3-part series.
27 Mar 2007	A walk down the dock, photographing various anchors, gets the Dashews to thinking about anchoring system logic.
23 Mar 2007	The risks of using alcohol-based fuel treatments.
22 Mar 2007	Seagoing locks. Various things need to be locked on deck. Can regular padlocks stand up to the elements?
20 Mar 2007	Final Baja chapter - the slog north.
14 Mar 2007	LED running lights come of age.
11 Mar 2007	How Linda cleans the salt buildup off of the bridge windows, and what she does to prevent salt buildup in the future. Then, Wind Horse puts her prevention steps to the test!
10 Mar 2007	Wind Horse finds her way across the shallows to view gray whale mothers and babies in Rehusa Channel.
9 Mar 2007	Boarded by the Mexican Navy.
1 Mar 2007	Magdelena Bay: A paradise most cruisers pass by. Plus, a rare daylight sighting of a giant squid!
28 Feb 2007	Using a digital barometer alarm to warn of approaching weather.
27 Feb 2007	Southern Baja: Frailes and Cabo. Wind Horse is escorted by both humpbacks and jet skis.
26 Feb 2007	Using a depthfinder for navigation.
25 Feb 2007	Ensenada Grande: One of those beautiful anchorages where you just want to stay forever.
24 Feb 2007	Building a mud room on Wind Horse: A dry place to hang wet foul weather gear outside.
22 Feb 2007	High visibility: Reflecting on the merits of reflective tape.
22 Feb 2007	Checking out Baja's laid-back town of Loreto.
21 Feb 2007	A mouse that lends itself perfectly to use with a navigating computer.
16 Feb 2007	Spotlights vs. floodlights on deck.
16 Feb 2007	Sea of Cortez wildlife report: spectacular photos of leaping dolphins and nearby orcas.
16 Feb 2007	Going small: Inspiring ideas from several small boats that Steve & Linda have met cruising in the Sea of Cortez.
6 Feb 2007	Using SONAR navigation for poorly charted Isla San Francisco.
6 Feb 2007	Night approach to Aqua Verde.
6 Feb 2007	La Paz: Unfouling the anchor.
6 Feb 2007	Mystery at Isla Partida.
26 Jan 2007	Off to Mexico! Clear-in procedures at Marina Coral, just north of Ensenada.
25 Jan 2007	What Steve & Linda learned when one of their winches overloaded during drogue testing.
23 Jan 2007	Satellite communications update: Globalstar vs. Iridium.
18 Jan 2007	Researching dry suits, for cold-water maintenance, as well as for possible use in a survival situation.
18 Jan 2007	Steve and Linda answer our questions about foul weather gear.
17 Jan 2007	An affordable, dimmable flat screen monitor for use on watch.
11 Jan 2007	Using depth recorders to interpret bottom type.
10 Jan 2007	Long term food storage: How long will it last?
7 Jan 2007	Various Aqualarm products (engine, bilge, and intrusion alarms) that Steve & Linda are fans of - some of which they've just discovered, some of which they've been using for thirty years.
21 Dec 2006	Wind Horse's alarm system.
20 Dec 2006	Upon getting their outboard motor serviced, the Dashews asked the mechanic for a step-by-step guide to outboard maintenance.
19 Dec 2006	Update on the new BGAN satellite voice and data service.
14 Dec 2006	Trial and error with the propellers.
12 Dec 2006	Special screwdrivers.
9 Dec 2006	One of the cool things about metal boats is how easy they are to modify. Our dinghy is a good (if somewhat petite) example of this.
8 Dec 2006	Bearing on Bears: After an unforgettable summer in BC and Alaska, Linda and Steve feel magnetically drawn to return next year. They've done some research so they'll be prepared for more bear encounters.
6 Dec 2006	Engine vibration and noise: Finding a simple solution to a potentially complex problem.
5 Dec 2006	Here are some tips for calculating propane consumption.
3 Dec 2006	BGAN + FollowMeTV: The ultimate tool for communication may be on the horizon.
29 Nov 2006	Favorite Tools Part 2: Favorite electrical tools.
29 Nov 2006	Favorite Tools Part 1: We asked all the SetSailors to tell us about their favorite tools. In Part 1, the Dashews write about the rarely used tools they wouldn't be caught without.
28 Nov 2006	Steve & Linda test their arsenal of parachute anchors and drogues in the water.
28 Nov 2006	SONAR for Cruising, Part 6: First sea trials.
23 Nov 2006	SONAR for Cruising, Part 5: The Installation.
13 Nov 2006	Get the stain out of stainless: Battling rust with electro polishing and passivation.
11 Nov 2006	In a followup to a previous article, Steve and Linda report on how their three pairs of binoculars performed after 5000 miles of navigating and bear-watching.
10 Nov 2006	Coming to a decision on a SONAR system for the boat.
9 Nov 2006	The Dashews are often asked about their paint system, so they've written an article about their specifications.
29 Oct 2006	Changing the poly v-belts after 1400 hours.
28 Oct 2006	Improving storage in the forepeak.
27 Oct 2006	Steve and Linda talk about a new rowing dinghy that they're very excited about.
26 Oct 2006	We asked all the SetSailors how (or if) they stay informed with the news while cruising.
18 Oct 2006	SONAR for Navigation, Part 3: Filtering through the info to make a decision. Should we get a SONAR, and if so, which model?
13 Oct 2006	SONAR for Navigation, Part 2: Test-driving a Furuno, and checking out a different approach from FarSounder.
13 Oct 2006	SONAR for Navigation, Part 1: With recent advances in SONAR technology, and since prices have come down, Steve & Linda are investigating whether SONAR is now a feasible navigation tool for cruising. They've written an in-depth three-part report about their discoveries.
12 Oct 2006	End of summer's travels: Ventura, California.
3 Oct 2006	Outboard engines: Weighing size vs. fuel consumption.
2 Oct 2006	How to organize your paper charts - and why they're still essential.
1 Oct 2006	The Dashews' system for making ice.
3 Sept 2006	Exploring the Columbia River Gorge, and checking out design details on the tugs, container ships, and a mysterious "stealth" craft.
18 August 2006	Steve and Linda are generally not into cities as cruising destinations, but are pleasantly surprised with Vancouver.
15 August 2006	Return to Seymour Narrows - passing through in a day where you could easily spend a whole summer.
13 August 2006	After the summer in Alaska, the Dashews reconsider what emergency gear to keep in the dinghy.
11 August 2006	Blunden Harbor on the British Columbia mainland.
11 August 2006	The risks of relying on digital charts.
10 August 2006	Not trusting the cruising guide, Steve and Linda rely on local knowledge and their own observations in order to make their way through some tricky passages and find a safe place to anchor for the night.
10 August 2006	Inshore debris.
10 August 2006	Heading south from Prince Rupert, and encountering lots of traffic (cetaceous and otherwise).
9 August 2006	Radar plotter - approaching Prince Rupert from the west.
9 August 2006	Using RACON beacons.
8 August 2006	With a gale forecast, Wind Horse hunkers down in Hunter Bay.
7 August 2006	Wind Horse makes her way through big swells and a large fleet of trollers from Sandy Cove to Craig, a small tourist-free fishing town.
6 August 2006	Sandy Cove, where low tide reveals a surprise.
5 August 2006	Heading back down south from Sitka to Secluded Cove - more bears!
4 August 2006	We asked all the SetSailors to write about their favorite cruising grounds. Not surprisingly, Alaska ranks high on the list for Linda and Steve.
1 August 2006	Teaching 8-year-old granddaughter Emma to navigate in the perilous Peril Straits.
30 July 2006	Extremely close encounters with brown bears at Pack Creek on Admiralty Island.
28 July 2006	Glacier Bay, where the spectacular scenery and wildlife are worth the bureaucracy of getting in.
27 July 2006	More humpbacks - this time they put on an acrobatic display. Also some tense moments when orcas come on the scene.
26 July 2006	Icy Straits - Watching and listening to humpback whales as they feed on the ebb tide.
24 July 2006	Heading down the Lynn Canal in heavy fog.
23 July 2006	Taiyasanka Harbor - a great spot to hole up in a blow, as long as there are no earthquakes.
20 July 2006	Skagway - lots of cruise ships and a furry visitor.
19 July 2006	Juneau - a neighbor goes aground.
15 July 2006	Tracey Arm, Alaska - spectacular bergs, and a chance to test the radar in ice.
15 July 2006	More cool gear found on boats in Prince Rupert, BC's northernmost city.
11 July 2006	Steve and Linda see an interesting variety of cockpit enclosures among their fellow cruisers in northern BC and SE Alaska.
10 July 2006	Khutze Inlet - spectactular views shared with just one other boat.
10 July 2006	Navigating the tricky currents, weather, traffic, and deadheads in the Inside Passage. Making full use of the Furuno 2117 radar.
09 July 2006	Rainy day routine.
09 July 2006	Heading north through BC's beautiful and fascinating Johnstone Straits. Giving Nobletec software a try.
07 July 2006	Warm water, beautiful scenery, and lots of company in Desolation Sound.
05 July 2006	Interesting boat-watching and a great famer's market at Ganges Harbor on Salt Spring Island.
05 July 2006	The skinny on dealing with Canadian customs at Pender Island.
29 June 2006	Lake Union.
29 June 2006	Running into additional old friends at Friday Harbor, and the quieter Park Harbor.
29 June 2006	New props.
29 June 2006	Choosing an inverter.
29 June 2006	Getting the Furuno radar software updated from version 13 to version 33.
29 June 2006	Port Madison, and a serendipitous gathering of circumnaviagators.
23 June 2006	Some magical spots in the Seattle area that seem to have escaped notice from other cruisers.
23 June 2006	Pulling propellors in the (cold) water.
20 June 2006	Dealing with engine blow-by.
19 June 2006	A trick for taking care of engine oil leaks.
14 June 2006	Linda's advice for cruising with toddlers on board.
13 June 2006	Savu Savu, Fiji - a crossroads that harkens back to the old days of cruising.
1 June 2006	SetSail asked everyone to write about how they get the laundry done while cruising.
17 May 2006	Many of the vendors who supplied Wind Horse's equipment are based in Seattle, so Steve and Linda make a quick maintenance stop in the big city.
17 May 2006	Two of the best things about cruising are the people you meet, and the interesting boats you come across. In Polsbo, Washington the Dashews meet the Brees, a like-minded cruising couple on a very businesslike trawler yacht.
17 May 2006	A fascinating ride on a Coast Guard surfboat in Noyo Harbor. Many of the details on Wind Horse were inspired by these boats.
17 May 2006	The Dashews have avoided digital barometers for years, but have finally found one that they like.
17 May 2006	A favorite new gadget is the infrared remote temperature sensor.
17 May 2006	Tying up to pilings.
17 May 2006	Using prop zincs instead of hull zincs.
17 May 2006	Nerf balls for stopping leaks?
17 May 2006	Steve and Linda try a wireless laptop broadband service to stay in touch on board, and are pleasantly surprised with the success.
17 May 2006	The Dashews have found the ultimate mug for drinking coffee at sea.
17 May 2006	Steve and Linda talk about their storm covers, which are modified from what they've used in the past.
12 May 2006	If there was ever a place for boat lovers, it's Port Townsend, Washington.
9 May 2006	Gone cruising...finally! From Santa Barbara to Neah Bay in Puget Sound.
16 Mar 2006	Muggy Memories: When the Dashew family first crossed the equator, they made every ventilation mistake in the book. Now that they've learned better, here are some tips.
20 Dec 2005	At the request of a SetSail reader, Linda recalls their first ocean passage aboard Intermezzo in 1977.
18 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 9
17 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 8
16 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 7
15 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 6
14 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 5
13 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 4
12 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 3
11 Oct 2005	HI-Mainland Day 2
10 Oct 2005	Hawaii - Mainland Day 1
5 Oct 2005	Hawaii-Mainland Wx Logic
6 Oct 2005	Honolulu Report
3 Oct 2005	Hawaii Arrival
2 Oct 2005	Fanning-HI-Day 3
1 Oct 2005	Fanning-HI-Day 2
30 Sept 2005	Fanning-Hawaii-Day
29 Sept 2005	Fanning-Hawaii Wx Logic
28 Sept 2005	Tour of Fanning
26 Sept 2005	Day 6-Arrival
25 Sept 2005	To Fanning-Day 5
24 Sept 2005	To Fanning-Day 4
23 Sept 2005	To Fanning-Day 3
22 Sept 2005	Towards Fanning-Day 2
21 Sept 2005	Pago towards Fanning-Day 1
6 Sept 2005	We asked the SetSailors to write about their sources for local knowledge.
15 Aug2005	Heading Home-Food Prep
10 Aug 2005	Heading Home-Passage Prep
5 Aug 2005	Heading Home-Wx Logic
28 July 2005	R&R in Musket Cove
26 July 2005	First Passage Impressions
23 July 2005	Arrival in Fiji
22 July 2005	NZ to Fiji-1900
21 July 2005	NZ to Fiji-1700
20 July 2005	NZ to Fiji-1700
20 July 2005	NZ to Fiji-0100
16 June 2005	Provisioning past and present.
22 April 2005	Staying in touch and paying the bills while cruising.
10 March 2005	We asked Steve and Linda for their thoughts on ground tackle.
19 Jan 2005	The Dashews answer our questions on how they would prepare crew for an offshore passage.
2002-4	Logs from Beowulf in 2002-4. (East Coast US, Caribbean, Panama, Mexico, and Southern California.)
2001	Reports from Steve and Linda's 2001 adventures aboard Beowulf. (Caribbean, East Coast US.)
Jun-Dec 2000	Archived logs from races where Beowulf competed and the results from some of the product testing the Dashews are doing.
Jan-May 2000	Archived logs from Beowulf's voyages through Mexico, Panama, the San Blas Islands, the Caribbean, and New England.