Pimping hate speech, a big fat fail for the tourism industry, and in the “I’d really rather buy an Edsel too” department… Latitude 38’s new issue has an interesting article on celestial navigation with an emphasis on lunar sights. Which sorta/kinda got me all sorts of excited. I’ve got a new skill that I can …
Daniel Ford with a good link, a film I want to see, and in the “another shitty pardon” department… I’m not sure why I’ve been focused on bikes, bike design, and the consumerist side of the bicycle industry of late. Maybe it’s something of a conundrum and just illustrates why we seem to be in …
A needful read, some thoughts of note, and in the “giving a shit but not giving a fuck” department… The other day, I happened on a mention of a towing generator over on Sailing Anarchy. Being curious, I watched the video and the generator in question was the Ampair Aquair. It brought back some memories. …
Some scary protein, a comparison to ponder, and something to lift your mood… Yann continues his journey… On another tack… Tomorrow is a great day to get out of the house and participate. Find the event closest to you HERE
An apt thought, a bit of good news, and in the “this might be entertaining” department… Tom Cunliffe with something well worth watching… You’re still here?
Some reality math, a needful read, and a film worth the watch… Dave Z commented on a recent post and shared a link to a story about how Gary Hoyt came to design the Freedom rig. It’s well worth your time. While we’re on the subject of Mr Z and time well spent, I’ll point …
A life/death of note, back to a darker time, and something to listen to… So, there’s a new issue of the JRA Newsletter and it really is an excellent-something-for-everyone issue. Of course, you have to join the Junk Rig Association to be able to read it. Just sayin’
Some current situational reports, a spot on read, and in the “who’d have thought?” department… The hydrovane clone is apparently still working with some refinements in the pipeline. Think about it.
Some situational awareness on the cost of things, a movie I’m still looking forward to, and in the “You don’t need a million dollar boat” department… So, Practical Sailor had an email for me this morning. An email regarding what sort of system one needs to climb and work on a mast. Like most things …
on paying more for a harness does not make it better… Read More »
Some signs of the times, a timely podcast, and Triumph of the Will directed by Homer Simpson… A textbook example of everything you need in 30 feet is the Dufour Arpege… There’s a great article in Voile with some excellent pictures about the Arpege that is well worth reading. The pictures show just how one …
