Author Archives: sykerpa

The life on the hard finally ended

Posted on 11 Jul, 2017 by sykerpa

It took much longer than anticipated to get the bottom copper coated. First the bottom should be lightly sandblasted to get rid of old antifouling, then two coats of epoxy barrier, a thorough sanding to get a good surface for … Continue reading →

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After a short trip to Sweden we are back in the USA

Posted on 22 Jun, 2017 by sykerpa

We have been in Sweden for a while to celebrate our two daughters who both graduated from University. A moment of joy, happiness and pride. Emelie had her graduation (Master in Economics) party in Uppsala to which also parents was … Continue reading →

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Now in USA

Posted on 28 May, 2017 by sykerpa

We left Spanish Wells 08:30 May 16 and we arrived Norfolk 18:05 May 22 after 898 nM, the longest passage we have made with only the two of us. Spanish Wells, was the most prosperous and well taken care of … Continue reading →

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It’s cold

Posted on 21 May, 2017 by sykerpa

Yesterday we was hit by a cold front, we know a front was comming, it was supposed to give NE wind 15 to 20 kn, for a few hours , then calm down. The cold front came suddenly, the wind … Continue reading →

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Day 4 soon within US territory

Posted on 20 May, 2017 by sykerpa

Yesterday was rather eventless, motoring all day until 04:40 this morning. In total we made 26 h and 20 minutes by engine and made 212nM, 8 kn average due to the strong current, motoring speed was more like 5.5 knots. … Continue reading →

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